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📣 Important Leadership Announcement from Rural Arizona Engagement! 📣

RAZE staff had already planned a day off for today, but this year, we will observe today as Women of the Movement Day to uplift and recognize the countless women whose bravery, resilience, and leadership have been central to these movements.

FLAGSTAFF 📣 There's a town hall today about the proposed rezoning for a data center in town! This is happening TODAY at 4pm. Make your thoughts and concerns about this issue heard! #flagstaff #az #datacenter

Bring out the cake, because we turned 6! 🥳🎈 We celebrated our birthday with the people who mean the most to us — our community! You have shown up and supported us the past 6 years. Not only is it our birthday, but it's a time to reflect on the people who have been there for us

🧠 Join us at Arizona Western College on Saturday, April 18th from 9AM–2:30PM for our Mental Health Forum! 🔗 Register: ruralarizona.us/YumaYouth 🌟 Table with us: ruralarizona.us/ResourceFair

PINAL COUNTY: Join Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE) for a volunteer morning at Valley Humane Society. 🐾 Spend time caring for dogs and cats as they wait for their forever homes. It's a meaningful way to support local animals and give back to your community. 🐱🐶💕

Our very own Michael O’Connell is beginning a new chapter! Today, our team celebrated Michael’s dedication to empowering RAZE with cake, gifts, and community. ✨ Wishing you all the best on your new adventure, Michael! 🫶

📣 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS & YOUNG ADULTS! Join us in creating meaningful change. February 25, 2026 from 6:00–7:30 PM (Location provided upon registration). Snacks Provided! (Minors are welcome but need signed permission slip.) REGISTER: loom.ly/UHlKYHI

#YumaCounty — Our annual "Building Healthy Futures for Youth" Mental Health Forum is coming to you! 🧠 Join us for a day that focuses on the unique mental health challenges that rural youth face. 🔗 Register: ruralarizona.us/YumaYouth 🌟 Table with us: ruralarizona.us/ResourceFair

More pics from Environmental Day 2026! Thank you @tucsonward5, @senanaliseortiz, and @priya4az for taking the time to speak with our RAZE Leaders.

📸 Environmental Day 2026 at the Capitol Our RAZE Leaders had a blast at Environmental Day, where they advocated for sustainable practices to conserve Arizona's water and reduce climate change. One of our students from San Luis even took the stage to address water crisis. 👏

Read here: raze.org/post/san-luis-…

As Arizona faces growing uncertainty around its water future, rural youth are stepping up and demanding action. This week, on Wednesday, a high school student from the border town of San Luis, AZ, will travel to Phoenix to speak at Environmental Day at the AZ State Capitol.

Huge thank-you to our incredible Cochise County volunteers 💙 Your time, energy, and heart make a real difference every single day. Because of you, ideas turn into days of service, communities grow stronger, and hope shows up where it’s needed most! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who attended our Justice and Solidarity Vigil in #PinalCounty ❤️ At our peaceful protest, we honored the victims of ICE and called for accountability against an unjust system. To everyone who joined us, we are deeply grateful for your support and presence.

✨YUMA COUNTY✨ Whether you need assistance with getting started or need support finalizing your FAFSA this day is made just for you! Attend with your parent or guardian for additional support. Representatives from UofA will be present.

Our commitment remains the same: caring for young people and families with safety, respect, and community at the center.

PUBLIC STATEMENT A message to our community about the recent student walkouts in Casa Grande. RAZE did not organize or direct these actions. When students asked for support, we showed up to help keep them safe.

CASA GRANDE — ICE activity near the McDonald’s on Pinal Avenue. Please take precautions! 📱 Hotline: 520-607-0507

We joined over 1,000 national, state, and local organizations in a letter to Congress to demand accountability for 🧊 Check out who's on the list: loom.ly/3b9vACY