Our Story

We Strive to create a community where everyone can live, love, worship and work free from bigotry and fear.

Mission Statement

We aim to promote transparency, diversity, equity and inclusion, defend democracy and to strengthen community bonds and engagement by encouraging a more informed and connected citizenry through positive action and Social Justice.

We Believe

  • Social Justice and Defending Democracy

  • Income Equality

  • Sustaining Local Businesses

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

What We Do

  • Inform and Educate

  • Promote Transparency

  • Take Positive Action for Sustainable Change

Wake Up Sonoma has 3 Initiatives:

  • +Research into nontransparent purchasing and buying of land and inform the public of verified facts that could impact the community.

    +Organize local non-violent protests, boycotts and activism of citizens

    +Encourage transparent local community building and collaborate for support of thriving local businesses.

  • +Research regional, national trends that could impact the local community and bring that information to our community and encourage local action.

    +Meet with local, regional, and state government entities to clarify laws and regulations that promote democracy and to advocate for sustainable change locally.

    +Collaborate with other organizations that promote social Justice throughout Sonoma County to bring greater awareness and services to Sonoma Valley

  • Continue to work towards ever greater Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the face of changes in the world which have filtered into our local community and can, or has, created barriers to equitable growth for all ages, gender expressions and backgrounds.

Building a movement

Promoting diversity and inclusivity can have a positive impact on various aspects of our lives in Sonoma Valley.  Diversity stimulates a more robust economy and infuses creativity into the arts and culture.  Inclusivity expands safety and visibility within learning environments, and promotes the overall well being of the community. Embracing different ideas and worldviews can lead to innovation and creative programs.