Take Action with UUCville Mosaic

UUCville and Unitarian Universalism are committed to “Anticipatory Resistance,” meaning we are not going to meekly accept the harm caused by unjust executive orders without pushing back and we are not going to wait or hesitate to make our voices heard and to put love into action. The time for action is now and UUCville is ready. — Rev Tim Temerson

Virginia’s November Election – 100% Voter Participation for 2026!

Below are ways to get involved in voter participation efforts at UUCville.

  • JOIN US at the Blue Mosaic Table in the Social Hall every Sunday until the election to check your voter status, register to vote, learn about the amendments we will be voting on, and more. Contact mosaic@uucharlottesville.org to join the email list.
  • The Mosaic Squad needs your help through the general election. With your help we will lead our congregation to 100% participation for this election! These are our current objectives:
    • Build partnerships with other faith-based partners to vote in record numbers.
      Offer trainings in partnership with Congregate Charlottesville to have interested members of our congregation and our colleagues become active volunteer activists in roles such as Poll Watchers.
    • Support three vital state constitutional amendments:
      Protect the rights of two adults to marry, regardless of race, gender, or sex
      Restore voting rights to Virginians convicted of felonies after their release from incarceration
      Protect reproductive freedoms such as abortion and fertility care
  • Let’s encourage our fellow Virginians to vote! Join us every Sunday after the service at the Blue Table to write postcards to VA voters as we encourage them to vote to on the three proposed VA consititutional amendments on marriage equality, reproductive freedom, and voting rights for convicted felons. We will provide postcards, addresses, and a short message for you to write. Can’t stay? Take a packet home. You can buy postcard stamps or return to us for mailing.
  • “Souls to Polls”: We’re organizing transportation to the polls for the UUCville congregation throughout the voting period, including Election Day. If you need a ride, contact mosaic@uucharlottesville.org or contact ride coordinator Mary Beth Wiley. If you can offer a ride, sign up at our blue Mosaic table in the Social Hall or contact Mary Beth Wiley.
  • Democracy Sunday at UUCville (September 27): We’ll be putting up signage and a display to track our congregational voter turnout, and we could use some artistic/creative talent for ideas on creating an engaging display! We have some ideas already but would love to get more input. Contact Diane at mosaic@uucharlottesville.org.

Upcoming Events

Events Sponsored by Indivisible Charlottesville

Keep up with the important events being sponsored by Indivisible Charlottesville on their Upcoming Events page.

Events Sponsored by Charlottesville Clergy Collective

EVERY MONDAY, 12:30 pm – 1 pm | Free Speech Wall on the Downtown Mall
Moral Mondays – The Charlottesville Clergy Collective continues to hold vigil each week for those impacted by Policy Violence: direct ICE raids against our neighbors as well as the sometimes quiet violence that occurs due to cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, health care and housing assistance. These Moral Mondays gatherings are a response to Rev. William Barber’s call to embody a nonviolent moral resistance against extremism in government.

 

Event Sponsored by the International Rescue Committee

Join the IRC for an inspiring evening celebrating courage, community, and the power of welcome. Where Hope Takes Root: An American Story brings together film, storytelling, and voices from across Virginia to highlight the journeys of refugees who now call the Commonwealth their home. The program opens with a film showcase featuring stories of resilience and belonging. Following the screening, audience members will hear directly from participants during a live Q&A. The program continues with a keynote address from Khizr Khan, Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, whose words and advocacy have moved audiences across the nation.
 
This event is ticketed with limited seats, so please purchase yours today by clicking here.  Join us for an opportunity to listen, learn, and celebrate the diverse stories that enrich our Commonwealth. Can’t make it to the event but still want to participate? Click here to donate instead!

Contact Your Representatives

Send email or call to express your opinion. You can leave a voicemail. They count these calls and they write back to you. Your opinion matters (even to those you didn’t vote for)!

Local Advocacy & Organizing Groups

Indivisible Charlottesville: Empowering citizens. Defending democracy. Holding government accountable.
Our local branch of the nationwide Indivisible movement organizes action in the Charlottesville area. Upcoming activities are posted there. Sign up to work with others taking action. 

League of Women Voters  is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels. Their website includes all the information you need to become an informed voter.

Charlottesville DSA is a local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, the largest socialist organization in the country that rejects all forms of oppression and fights for the collective liberation of all people. DSA is a multi-tendency organization with members whose convictions span the full range of leftist beliefs. 

Clean Virginia advocates for a future where every Virginian has access to clean, affordable energy and where elected officials are accountable to the people they serve.

Livable Cville advocates for policies to build an inclusive community in the Charlottesville area with affordable housing, sustainable transportation, and healthy neighborhoods that are welcoming to all.

 

Protest at UVa Board meeting about trans kids rights