March, 2026: NM Statewide Advocacy & Events
- Karen Larre
- 15 hours ago
- 4 min read
Dear New Mexicans,
Here is a summary of upcoming, local advocacy and activism across New Mexico for March 2026. This month's newsletter includes announcements for these locations:
Statewide
Albuquerque
Santa Fe
Taos
Las Cruces
Please feel free to let us know about any future activities you would like to see included in these monthly newsletters by emailing admin@nmfa.us. Thank you!
Statewide
New Mexico Freedoms Alliance (NMFA)
NMFA Monthly Leaders Meetings
New Mexico Freedoms Alliance (NMFA) hosts monthly Zoom meetings for NM group leaders on Mondays at 5pm to coordinate statewide actions, learn about specific ways to support each other, etc. Next meeting is scheduled for Monday March 9th. Please contact Sarah Smith: concernedfornm@gmail.com
NMFA Quarterly Schools Meeting
NMFA hosts Zoom meetings for NM teachers, school personnel, and parents to discuss concerns about and ways to improve education in New Mexico.
Zoom meetings are quarterly on Mondays at 6pm. Teachers, school personnel, parents, and school board members who are interested in joining these meetings contact Sarah Smith: concernedfornm@gmail.com
Recent outreach includes:
3 WAYS TO HELP NM: Sign Candidate Petitions and Help Find More Candidates: https://www.nmfa.us/post/3-ways-to-help-nm-sign-candidate-petitions-and-help-find-more-candidates
IT'S OVER! RECAP of Legislative Session WINS and MISSES: https://www.nmfa.us/post/it-s-over-recap-of-legislative-session-wins-and-misses
NM DOH Putting Kids at Risk By Refusing Updated Vaccine Recommendations: https://www.nmfa.us/post/breaking-nm-doh-putting-kids-at-risk-by-refusing-updated-vaccine-recommendations
Albuquerque
Better Together New Mexico
We believe labels are divisive and values are inclusive.
BTNM stands for family integrity, individual rights, and practical policies that help everyone.
2026 Post-Legislative BASH (Business and Social Hour), March 19, 2026 at Tramway Plaza Event Center in ABQ!
Featuring: House Minority Whip Alan Martinez and Senator Jay Block
Tickets include a Mediterranean Buffet from Chello Grill and soft drinks.
Doors open at 5:00 pm with dinner buffet at 5:30 pm.Tickets are limited and going fast. Discounted tickets for NMBC members, military and public safety.
Limited Seating: Get Tickets NOW: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-post-legislative-bash-business-and-social-hour
Rio Grande Foundation
The mission of the Rio Grande Foundation is to increase liberty and prosperity for all of New Mexico by informing citizens of the importance of individual freedom, limited government, and economic opportunity.
ABQ unMasked - NE Albuquerque
Karen Larre: naturallyhealthykaren@fastmail.com
Meets monthly to foster community and share information and upliftment. 2026 meetings are featuring natural health presentations. Contact Karen to receive meeting invites or to be a presenter.
The Library Guild - Albuquerque
Ramona Goolsby: ramonaclawson@yahoo.com, 903-246-1513
The Library Guild meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 12:30 until 2:30 or 3pm. We rotate libraries so please contact Ramona for the location or details.
The GOP Pre-Primary convention is March 7 with a public Candidate forum (cost associated) on March 6 in Ruidoso.
March 10 is filing day for all county, judicial and legislative candidates.
March 14 there is a LI training for candidates running for office as well as managers and volunteers.
March 20 is the Bernalillo Co. Lincoln Reagan Dinner at 5:30 pm. You can find more information and order tickets at www.RPBC.GOP
New Mexico Conservative Campaign Workshop: https://leadershipinstitute.org/event/701VL00000kFdzVYAS
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
2600 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico
March 14, 10:00am to 3pm
Register Now:
Spoken Words in New Mexico
The spoken words of people in New Mexico, as a community and as individuals.
Santa Fe
Santa Fe Federated Republican Women
Anne Doherty, President: http://www.santafefrw.com
Meet Doug Turner, Republican candidate for Governor and Michael Perry running for State Land Commissioner. Learn about their Political Platforms.
Register by Friday, March 5th:
SFFRW Luncheon at the Santa Fe Country Club
March 10th,11:30 a.m. Social Meet & Greet:
12:00 p.m. Lunch and Meeting
Santa Fe Country Club
4360 Country Club Rd, Santa Fe NM 87507
Members $32.00, Non-members $37.00
A PLACE RESERVED MUST BE PAID FOR
SFFRW ANNOUNCING THE 2026 JUDITH NOWERS SCHOLARSHIP
AVAILABLE to SF County graduating High School Seniors
The winner will receive a $2,000 aware which will be paid directly to the college as a credit for tuition for the best essay we receive. To enter the contest, write a 350 to 500 word essay on this question:
“The Declaration of Independence, signed 250 years ago, recognizes the unalienable rights of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Discuss the importance of these rights and how these American founding principles are present in the lives of citizens and the country." Text version of the Declaration of Independence can be found at https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/declare.asp
Complete Online Application: https://www.santafefrw.com/scholarship no later than April 7, 2026.
Email completed essay and application to www.SantaFeFRW@gmail.com or mail to: SFFRW, PO Box 31665, Santa Fe, N.M., 87594. Questions - please contact Cynthia Bryg, Scholarship Chairperson, at mailto:cebryg@gmail.com
GRACE GIRDNER, 2025 winner
Taos
EMPOWERHUMANITYTAOS
TRUTH. SOVEREIGNTY. FREEDOM. HEALTH.
EMPOWERHUMANITYTAOS is an open-minded and alliance-building organization dedicated to the core principles of truth, sovereignty and freedom. Our mission is to protect and reclaim our innate and constitutional human rights while cherishing and supporting the goodness of humanity. We hold a vision of love, peace and wellness for all.
We LIVE IN THE SOLUTION, lighting the way together.
Las Cruces
Coalition of Conservatives in Action (CCIA)
CCIA advocates for positive change in Las Cruces in the areas of crime, homelessness, public policy, education, and other key issues affecting the local community. Advocacy at City Council, School Board, and County Commission are an important part of this mission along with educating our community in areas of importance.
Independent Women's Voices, Las Cruces
Next New Mexico Voices meeting: 3/24/26, 6-8pm
La Posta de Mesilla Restaurant
2410 Calle De San Albino Mesilla, NM 88046
Registration is required. The registration link is not yet available but will be posted here once it is ready.
We hope this is helpful!
Again, please feel free to let us know about any future activities you would like to see included in these monthly newsletters.
Standing with you for positive change in New Mexico,
Karen, Sarah, and Melanie
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