We enthusiastically invite you to register for the 2024 FL NOW Annual State Conference.

We will be at The Florida Hotel, Orlando again this year, which is a lovely facility for those of you couldn’t make it last year.

The Lee County NOW Chapter and Greater Orlando NOW Chapter are sponsoring.

The basic schedule is:
Friday evening: Reception with speakers, 6pm
Saturday: Speakers and workshops, 9am to 6pm
Saturday evening: Dining, Entertainment and Socializing
Sunday: Speakers and FL NOW business 9am to 1pm

More details are coming soon but we urge you to book your conference tickets and hotel rooms now for great speakers, workshops, and friends.

The raffle is for another handmade, wonderful quilt by Suzanne.

Step 1: USE THIS FORM TO REGISTER ONLINE

Please consider adding $5.00 to cover the electronic payment fees.

Early Bird Registration $127. Until February 29th 2024

The registration charge starting March 1, 2024 for the conference is $139. which includes appetizers during Friday evening’s reception and lunch on Saturday.

If you prefer to pay by check, please email your registration info to Suzanne at flnowtreasurer@gmail.com and mail your check to: Florida NOW c/o West Volusia NOW, PO BOX 1133, Deland FL 32721. If you send a check, you will be immediately registered upon receipt.

Saturday Only Registration Fee: $89. (Please follow instructions above)

OPTIONAL: RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR DINNER ON MAY 4TH ONLINE ALONG WITH YOUR ONLINE REGISTRATION

Join the FL NOW State Board for Saturday night (May 4th) dinner at Buca di Beppo in the mall, $45 / head, set menu (salad, pasta, entrée, dessert, unlimited soft drinks), alcohol is on your own. Add dinner to your conference ticket below by March 1, 2024 or you can send a check by March 1, 2024 to Florida NOW c/o West Volusia NOW, PO BOX 1133, Deland FL 32721. Please include a note that this check is for Saturday night dinner.

Step 2: RESERVE A ROOM by calling the reservations phone number at 800-588-4656 (the discounted room rate is $130/night until April 5)

Step 3: CLICK HERE TO ORDER THE 2024 CONFERENCE TEE

Order this 2024 Conference TEE by March 1st and you receive a discount of $5.00. After March 1st the TEE will be $25.00.

If you need further information, do not hesitate to contact Judi Marraccini, 2024 FL NOW State Conference Chair.

BONUS! BUY RAFFLE TICKETS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN THIS FABULOUS HANDMADE FEMINIST QUILT MADE BY OUR BELOVED FL NOW TREASURER SUZANNE SOUTHARD WITH YOUR REGISTRATION TICKET BELOW!

FLORIDA – The Florida National Organization for Women (NOW) expresses deep concern as HB 651 passes favorably out of the Civil Justice Committee, signaling a dangerous trajectory towards the potential criminalization of abortion in the state. This legislation poses a serious threat to reproductive rights and women’s health.

HB 651’s advancement in the legislative process is a cause for alarm, as it opens the door to unsettling possibilities. The language within the bill has been used in other states to criminalize abortion providers, patients seeking care, and individuals offering support. The specter of fetal personhood looms large, and Florida NOW urges residents to recognize the urgent need to protect reproductive freedom.

Florida NOW calls on all Floridians to take immediate action by contacting their lawmakers to voice opposition to this perilous and inhumane legislation. The potential consequences of HB 651 are far-reaching, affecting not only women’s rights but also privacy, autonomy, and access to essential healthcare services.

President Debbie Deland emphasizes, “This legislation poses a direct threat to the hard-fought rights of women and all individuals seeking reproductive health care. Florida NOW urges residents to make their voices heard by contacting their lawmakers and expressing their opposition to this dangerous and regressive measure.”

Florida NOW shares the following resource for individuals to contact their lawmakers:
– https://actionnetwork.org/letters/dont-criminalize-abortion

Florida NOW stands steadfast in its commitment to defending reproductive rights, advocating for the autonomy of individuals, and opposing any legislation that undermines these fundamental principles.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Katrina Duesterhaus, Florida NOW Legislative Director

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About Florida National Organization for Women (NOW):
Florida NOW is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing women’s rights and equality. With a focus on reproductive justice, gender equality, and social justice, Florida NOW works tirelessly to protect and promote the rights of women in the state. For more information, visit www.flnow.org.