Ellen Schwartz and Darien De Lu

WILPFers Across the Country Say “Hands Off!” on April 5

April 29, 2025

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WILPF members across the US participated in nationwide “Hands Off!” protests on April 5. These actions were a collective demonstration against the Trump’s administration’s assault on our rights–from slashing federal funding for critical services and DEI programs to mass deportations. WILPFers and other protesters across the country had a lot to stand up for and made their voices heard! Below is a compilation of photos from April 5 of WILPFers doing what they do best–standing up for peace together in the streets!    

"Hands Off!" protest in Vermont
Robin Lloyd and Max, both members of WILPF’s Vermont branch, attended the “Hands Off” rally at the Vermont Capitol in Montpelier. Photo by Robin Lloyd and submitted by Darien De Lu.
"Hands Off!" protest in Dothan, AL
A small crowd gathered in Dothan, AL to protest the Trump administration’s actions on April 5. Photo by Jeneve Brooks and submitted by Darien De Lu.
"Hands Off!" protest in Des Moines, IA
Protesters hold a banner at the “Hands Off” action in Des Moines, Iowa on April 5. Photo by Peggy Huppert and submitted by Darien De Lu.
"Hands Off!" protest in Des Moines, IA
“Hands Off!” protesters gathered at the Iowa Capitol in Des Moines on April 5. Photo by Peggy Huppert and submitted by Darien De Lu.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Sylvia Metzler and Tina Shelton attended the “Hands Off!” rally in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Protesters hold signs at the “Hands Off!” action in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Participants protest the detention of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil at the “Hands Off!” rally in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Sylvia Metzler holds a flag at the “Hands Off!” action in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Sylvia Metzler, Tina Shelton, Pam Albright took to the streets together at the “Hands Off!” rally in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Pam Albright, Marlena Santoyo, Tina Shelton, Ana Santoyo joined thousands at Philadelphia’s “Hands Off!” event on April 5. Photo by Tina Shelton.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Marlena Santoyo smiles at other protesters at the “Hands Off!” rally in Philadelphia on April 5. Photo by Ana Santoyo.
"Hands Off!" protest in Philadelphia, PA
Louise Lisi and a friend joined Philadelphia’s “Hands Off!” protest on April 5. Photo by Ana Santoyo.

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