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Central Oregon Coast
Working locally to promote equality for women
Welcome
Welcome
The Central Oregon Coast Chapter of the National Organization of Women is affiliated with the national organization and is dedicated to its multi-issue and multi-strategy approach to women’s rights. NOW is the largest organization of feminist grassroots activists in the United States, and its purpose is to take action through intersectional grassroots activism to promote feminist ideals, lead societal change, eliminate discrimination, and achieve and protect the equal rights of all women and girls in all aspects of social, political, and economic life.
2025 Annual Appeal: Donate to the NOW Foundation!
2025 Annual Appeal: Donate to the NOW Foundation!
One-time or monthly charitable donations to the Central Oregon Coast NOW Foundation are tax-deductible. Funds are used to support OCCC scholarships, special events, and donations to numerous non-profits benefiting women and girls. Please donate online or mail donations to Central Oregon Coast NOW Foundation, P.O. Box 114, Newport, OR 97365.
Next Chapter Meeting: January 15, 2026
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 5:30-6:30PM
Newport Public Library, McEntee Room
35 NW Nye St., Newport
Coming soon: Link to join online
Past Chapter Meeting: October 29, 2025
The Central Oregon Coast NOW Chapter held its officer elections at the October meeting. The following officers were elected for 2 year terms beginning January 1, 2026:
President - Nyla Jebousek
Vice President - Marta West
Treasurer - Amy Greer
Secretary - Cait Goodwin
2025 Chapter Highlights
2025 Chapter Highlights
Provided two $1500 OCCC Student Scholarships
Oregon NOW annual meeting in Newport Oct 3-5
Restarted Chapter meetings Oct 29
Next Meeting: Jan 15, 2026
CHAPTER FOCUS AREAS
CHAPTER FOCUS AREAS
Intersectionality
Intersectionality
We stand in solidarity with marginalized communities in our region, questioning power structures and speaking out against the root causes of inequalities.
Outreach
Outreach
Our Chapter has sponsored events and speakers which help members learn about our community, local issues, candidates, and opportunities to get involved.
Activism
Activism
Our Members engage in civic actions to celebrate women's rights, elevate achievements, speak out against injustice, and call for change when needed.
Leadership
Leadership
We support and recognize women in our community who, through their leadership and by example, improve the lives of women and girls in our region.
Women in the Workforce
Women in the Workforce
Aug 4, 2025 - "It’s a stark number: 212,000. That’s how many women ages 20 and over have left the workforce since January, according to the [jobs numbers] released Aug. 1 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. (By contrast, 44,000 men have entered the workforce since January.) The numbers show a reversal of recent trends that saw more women, especially women with children, finding and keeping full-time jobs."
Abortion Access Resources
Abortion Access Resources
Northwest Abortion Access Fund - The Northwest Abortion Access Fund is an abortion fund serving Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska. Trained, compassionate volunteer advocates run a toll-free helpline, and the fund helps people pay for abortion care by sending funding directly to the clinic. Visit https://nwaafund.org for more information.
Plan C is a website resource that provides up-to-date information on how people in the U.S. are accessing abortion pills online. Find answers to FAQ such as "What is the abortion pill? How often is it used? Is it safe?" Visit https://www.plancpills.org/ for more information.
Aid Access is a website run by a team of medical doctors and longterm abortion rights activists. The aim of the Aid Access website and service is to create social justice and to improve the health status and human rights of women. Visit https://aidaccess.org for more information.
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