{"id":245189,"date":"2025-02-17T19:27:27","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T00:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/communityheropa.org\/?p=245189"},"modified":"2025-02-27T13:51:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T18:51:28","slug":"peoples-rally-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/communityheropa.org\/peoples-rally-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"The People&#8217;s Rally:  Advocating for Equitable Health, Wealth, and Voting Access"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;135px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-53px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;ABeeZee||||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||65px|||&#8221; inline_fonts=&#8221;Abel&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"635\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/communityheropa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_9859-1-300x225.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-245428 alignnone size-medium\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/communityheropa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/FullSizeRender-1-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-245418 alignnone size-medium\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/communityheropa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_9885-1-300x225.jpg\" width=\"397\" height=\"298\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-245425 alignnone size-medium\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"635\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">On S<span style=\"font-family: Abel;\">aturday, January 13, 2025<\/span>, Community Hero Action Group proudly participated in The People\u2019s Rally on the steps of the Montgomery County Courthouse, joining community leaders and residents in a powerful demonstration of grassroots activism, democracy, and social justice. Despite the cold and rainy weather, attendees remained engaged, listening to a diverse panel of speakers addressing key issues affecting our community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">A Strong Presence for Community Empowerment<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"1097\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">As part of our mission to promote health equity, financial literacy, and civic engagement, Community Hero Action Group set up an informational table, connecting with attendees and distributing &#8220;Our Health. Our Wealth. Our Vote.&#8221; signs. These messages of empowerment were seen throughout the crowd, reinforcing the vital link between public health, financial security, and voter participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1270\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Hosting the rally on the courthouse steps was particularly significant, serving as a reminder that local policies and leadership directly impact our daily lives.<\/span><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Community Insights from Our Survey<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1472\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">During the event, we surveyed over 51 attendees, gaining valuable insight into the challenges facing Montgomery County residents. Here\u2019s what we learned:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Primary source of news &amp; information: The majority of respondents rely on social media for health, voting, and financial information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Biggest healthcare challenge: The most cited barrier was the cost of healthcare.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Voting engagement: A majority of respondents reported being registered to vote.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Financial needs: Respondents were evenly split between investment education and savings strategies as the most helpful financial services.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Biggest financial challenge: The most common concerns were lack of savings and under\/unemployment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"2166\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Diversity of respondents: 17% of survey participants identified as non-white.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2302\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">These insights will help Community Hero Action Group continue to shape programs and resources that address these challenges.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Building Momentum for Action<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2644\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">During the event, we spoke with rally organizer Danielle Kwock, who shared her deep passion for bringing together local organizations to drive long-term change. She emphasized the need to continue these conversations and collaborate on solutions for Montgomery County\u2019s most pressing issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2848\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Community Hero PA is committed to sustaining this momentum and ensuring that healthcare access, financial empowerment, and civic participation remain top priorities in our community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2879\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2879\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2879\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2879\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">3 Ways You Can Get Involved<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"3140\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Join our movement \u2013 Volunteer with us and support our initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"3140\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Stay informed \u2013 Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram and ofcourse subscribe to our newsletter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"3140\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Take action \u2013 Learn more about voting rights, health equity, and financial empowerment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3212\"><span style=\"font-family: Abel; color: #1e1e1e; font-size: x-large;\">Let\u2019s work together to build a stronger, more engaged community!<\/span><\/p>\n<p 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