Erika Whitaker, Somi Whitaker and Linda Foos
L. Glenise Pike, a diversity and inclusion consultant from Denver, attended Saturday’s Women’s March to “disrupt the narrative” and stand up for black women’s rights. “The struggle of black women can get lost in conversation of feminism. I’m here specifically to represent black women and be bold about it,” she said.
Doug Welch, 67, of Denver attended the 2018 Denver Women’s March on Saturday and was eager to admit he became an activist since Trump became president. “We thought voting was enough, but this last election showed us that it’s not,” he said.
Erik Littleton
Ana Schultz, 63
Ana Schultz, 63, originally from Guatemala but now living in Greeley, attended the 2018 Denver Women’s March on Saturday and said she felt empowered by seeing so many people around her. “This country represents great opportunity for me, and I feel this feeling is in danger because of how the administration is handling everything.” Schultz said.
Saphyre Kelly, Hannah Mendoza, Joan Lovato and Katelyn Kolosieke
Saphyre Kelly, 19, of Aurora came to Saturday’s march with her grandmother, Joan Lovato, 67, of Aurora and two of her classmates from Colorado State University, Hannah Mendoza, 20, and Katelyn Kolosieke, 20. None of them attended last year’s march. Lovato said her granddaughter encouraged her to get involved. Kelly said it was important to come to the rally to show solidarity. “I want peace and happiness and love for everyone. It’s not just a white man’s world.”
Amanda Brinton
Amanda Brinton, right, of Denver attended the Women’s March on Saturday with her sister Brooke Reves, left, and 6-year-old daughter. “This is not just a white women’s movement. We have to stand in solidarity with the many people that are not just rich white men,” Brinton said.
Anya Rose
Anya Rose, 24, of Denver, came to the Denver Women’s March for the second year. “We have to keep speaking up.”
Abby Denezza
Abby Denezza, 16, of Denver, fourth from right, was at the Women’s March in Denver with her sister and friends to stand up against President Donald Trump. “I like to think I am an example to my sister,” said Denezza. “When we get together we get super passionate. I am here today to stand up for women’s rights and defend abortion.”