As we all know, Donald Trump has officially been inaugurated as the President of the United States.

Yikes.

While it is easy to allow ourselves to be overcome with panic and run along to foreign countries (which don't worry, we've all thought about in the past 70 days), a group of determined individuals instead decided to take the day and protest. A group of women, led by Tamika D. Mallory, Carmen Perez, Linda Sarsour, and Bob Bland marched in protest of the new President. Their mission, as stated on their website, is to stand up for the rights, health, and safety of all women, while recognizing that the diverse and vibrant communities within the country are our strength. This organization made national news with their protests and led for a glimmer of optimism in the dark and grim future that millions of Americans have been dreading.

The Women's March on Washington occurred on January 21st, 2017 and began at 10 am. It is estimated that 4.6 million Americans showed up to the protest on Saturday.

Another important aspect to the Women's March on Washington, that many people have been overlooking, is that the March emphasizes the inclusion of women of color and transgender women in the feminism movement. It is pivotal to include those who have been marginalized and whose voices tend to be drowned out by others. During this time of protest we must make sure to amplify the voices of all of our sisters, no matter what race, ethnicity, religion, or sex.

It is absolutely necessary to have protests such as these, which are peaceful but effective, in order to protect our rights in the upcoming four years. It is important to stay together and protect one another now. We must fight now and encourage others to understand that women's rights are human rights.

We will be okay, America. We will be okay.