--- title: March for Our Lives Protests: Info on D.C., LA, NYC, More description: All the details, including locations and times, for the March for Our Lives protests in cities including D.C., Chicago, NYC, and more. canonical: https://time.com/5210992/march-for-our-lives-protests-dc-nyc-chicago/ author: Sarah Gray article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2018-03-22T21:53:28.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-02-23T19:44:34.797Z article:section: U.S. og:title: Your Complete Guide to March for Our Lives Rallies From New York to L.A. og:description: Including meetup locations and times og:url: https://time.com/5210992/march-for-our-lives-protests-dc-nyc-chicago/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltf8ba26982dd2fafa/69892a43bc6cfc76a93e548d/parkland-comparisons-before-after001.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 og:image:width: 1200 og:image:height: 675 og:image:alt: parkland-comparisons-before-after001 og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: Your Complete Guide to March for Our Lives Rallies From New York to L.A. twitter:description: Including meetup locations and times twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltf8ba26982dd2fafa/69892a43bc6cfc76a93e548d/parkland-comparisons-before-after001.jpg?branch=production&width=3840&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=16:9 ---  # Your Complete Guide to March for Our Lives Rallies From N.Y. to L.A. > Sponsored content. 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The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. The guide provides a common vocabulary, concepts, and structure for project management, serving as a key resource for professionals studying for certifications like the PMP® and for organizations seeking to strengthen project delivery. #### How is AI changing project management? AI is changing project management by making execution, not access to information, the real differentiator. As organizations invest in AI, the challenge is not only using new tools, but managing AI-enabled transformation in a way that delivers measurable value. Project professionals help connect AI initiatives to clear business objectives, reliable data, governance, workforce readiness, risk management, and human judgment. 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Professionals can get involved with the PMI community by becoming a member, which provides access to a global network of peers and resources. Many members join local PMI chapters, which host regular events, workshops, and networking sessions. Online, PMI's projectmanagement.com community offers a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and access to webinars and articles. Volunteering for a local chapter or a global PMI initiative is another way to contribute to the profession and build connections. #### What is the difference between PMP and CAPM? The PMP (Project Management Professional)® and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)® are both certifications offered by PMI, but they target professionals at different career stages. The CAPM is an entry-level certification designed for individuals with little or no project experience, validating their understanding of fundamental project management knowledge and terminology. The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. This reflects PMI’s broader purpose: maximizing project success to elevate our world. ### Sources * Project Management Institute | [pmi.org](/c/pmi-2026-q3/home?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition" | [pmi.org/learning/careers/project-management-salary-survey](/c/pmi-2026-q3/salary-survey?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Global Project Management Talent Gap" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/global-project-management-talent-gap](/c/pmi-2026-q3/talent-gap?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Maximizing Project Success" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/project-success?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse Report 2025: Boosting Business Acumen” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/boosting-business-acumen](/c/pmi-2026-q3/business-acumen?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse of the Profession® 2026: Driving Success in Complex Projects” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/driving-success-in-complex-projects](/c/pmi-2026-q3/complex-projects?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Step Up: Redefining the Path to Project Success with M.O.R.E.” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/path-to-project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/more-mindset?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI Education Foundation, PMIEF 2024 Annual Report, [pmi.org PMIEF 2024 Annual Report (PDF)](/c/pmi-2026-q3/pmief-report?i=7f6897e1-5128-4d19-9abd-202fbb97130e&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) ### FAQ structured data (JSON-LD, optional) ## Video: This Is How The NRA Got So Powerful [Watch (HLS stream): This Is How The NRA Got So Powerful](https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/M3qXfmOi.m3u8) (4:39)  _Published 2018-03-23. This Is How The NRA Got So Powerful_ by [Sarah Gray](https://time.com/author/sarah-gray/) ## Sarah Gray Mar 22, 2018 9:53 PM UTC  A memorial is left in front of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for the victims of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida on March 6, 2018. A memorial is left in front of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for the victims of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida on March 6, 2018.Gabriella Demczuk by [Sarah Gray](https://time.com/author/sarah-gray/) ## Sarah Gray Mar 22, 2018 9:53 PM UTC From coast to coast, throngs of teenagers will be joined by celebrities, teachers, parents and everyday Americans this Saturday to march for their lives. They’ll be taking part in a nationwide demonstration — called [March for Our Lives](http://time.com/5167102/march-for-our-lives-parkland-school-shooting-protest/) — organized by the student survivors of the shooting at [Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School,](http://time.com/longform/never-again-movement/) where 17 people were shot and killed by a former student on Valentine’s Day. More than 500,000 people — in major cities like New York City, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland — are expected to march in solidarity with the Florida shooting survivors to advocate for gun control and school safety. Following the shooting — now the deadliest high school shooting in the country — the students from Parkland, along with students around the country, have been taking action: Visiting statehouses to demand legislative action, staging walkouts, and organizing marches. More specifically, a group of students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School have been organizing [March for Our Lives](http://time.com/5167102/march-for-our-lives-parkland-school-shooting-protest/) in Washington, D.C., and satellite marches have popped up around the world. (The March for Our Lives website has a [search feature to find an event location](https://event.marchforourlives.com/event/march-our-lives-events/search/).) > [](https://twitter.com/TIME/status/976802469773807616) Here’s everything we know about seven satellite March for Our Lives protests planned across the U.S., including meet-up locations, timing and who is expected to speak: ## March for Our Lives Washington, D.C. **Time:** 12 p.m. E.T. [**Meeting spot**](https://marchforourlives.com/dc-march-faq/): Pennsylvania Avenue, between 3rd and 12th street NW. There are pedestrian entrances at Pennsylvania Avenue and 12th Street, NW, Constitution Avenue and 7th Street, NW, and Indiana Avenue and 7th Street, NW. A map of the route can be found on the [March for Our Lives](https://marchforourlives.com/march-in-dc/) website. **Speakers and performers:** There are more than half a dozen [singers set to perform at the March for Our Lives protest in D.C.](https://marchforourlives.com/performers/) including Lin-Manuel Miranda and Ben Platt ([who also dedicated this month’s Hamildrop](https://time.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=5210992&action=edit) to create an anthem for the marchers), Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Hudson, Demi Lovato, Vic Mensa, Ariana Grande, Common and Andra Day. > [](https://twitter.com/AMarch4OurLives/status/976852430347436032) The D.C. march is the main protest planned by the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School — and they set up a[ website and app](https://marchforourlives.com/march-in-dc/) that will include up-to-date information on March 24 for those looking to join them. > [](https://twitter.com/davidhogg111/status/976588515579482112) ## March for Our Lives New York City **Time:** 10 a.m. E.T. **Meeting spot:** Central Park West, West 72nd Street, Manhattan, New York, 10023 **Speakers and performers:** The New York City event states that the “program will feature survivors of gun violence, activists, and musical performances.” > [](https://twitter.com/March4LivesNYC/status/975163449058758663) For security purposes, organizers in New York City are asking participants not to bring large bags or signs that include metal or wood, and plastic bags must be transparent. ## March for Our Lives Los Angeles > [](https://twitter.com/March4RLivesLA/status/966152548007596032) **Time:** 9 a.m. P.T. **Meeting spot:** 603 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, California, 90013 **Speakers and performers:** A slew of celebrities will be speaking at the Los Angeles march in addition to student speakers and performers. Amy Schumer, Yara Shahidi, Connie Britton, Olivia Wilde, Mayor Eric Garcetti, Rebecca Mieliwocki, the 2012 National & California Teacher of the Year are all set to speak or perform at [March for Our Lives LA ](http://marchforourlivesla.com/). > [](https://twitter.com/March4RLivesLA/status/976865370182176769) ## March for Our Lives San Francisco **Time:** 1 p.m. P.T. **Meeting spot:** San Francisco Civic Center Plaza, 335 McAllister St., San Francisco, California, 94105 **Speakers and performers:** The event, organized by Shoshana Ungerleider, will put students front and center. “Every adult onstage is there to introduce a student,” Ungerleider told the [_San Francisco Chronicle_](https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/No-one-was-organizing-an-SF-rally-against-gun-12771947.php#photo-15269119). Speakers include students, a Columbine High School shooting survivor, and the father of a student killed during the Isla Vista massacre at University of California, Santa Barbara. Other marches in the area can be found at the [March for Our Lives](https://event.marchforourlives.com/event/march-our-lives-events/search/) website. ## March for Our Lives Seattle **Time:** 10 a.m. P.T. There will be sign making before the event, if you want to get there early. **Meeting spot:** Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave., Seattle, Washington, 98122\. The [route will be from Cal Anderson to International Fountain, Seattle Center.](https://www.marchforourlivesseattle.com/the-march/) **Speakers and performers:** [Speakers will include](https://time.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/0f633-21-mar-details.pdf): U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee, musician Brandi Carlile, Gregory Pleasant from Youth 4 Peace, and two March for Our Lives student founders and organizers Rhiannon Rasaretnam and Emilia Allard. More information about this march can be found at the [March for Our Lives Seattle website](https://www.marchforourlivesseattle.com/) or [Facebook page.](https://www.facebook.com/events/148775925933794/permalink/168017384009648/) Students are encouraged to bring materials needed to register to vote. > [](https://twitter.com/ByKristenMClark/status/976874091700420609) ## March for Our Lives Chicago **Time:** 11 a.m. C.T. **Meeting spot:** Union Park, 1501 W Randolph St., Chicago, Illinois, 60606 **Speakers and performers:** It’s unclear who will be speaking at the Chicago event. Event details are being posted on [March for Our Lives Chicago’s Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/events/418245641921459/?active%5Ftab=discussion). > [](https://twitter.com/Marchfolchi/status/975523840561381376) ## March for Our Lives Boston **Time:** 11 a.m. E.T. Folks will start gathering before the march at 9 a.m. E.T. **Meeting spot:** Madison Vocational High School, 75 Malcom X Boulevard, Roxbury, Massachusetts, 02120 > [](https://twitter.com/MFOLBoston/status/976826979977711617) **Speakers and performers:** The March for Our Lives Boston website has a 1[4-page resource booklet](https://www.marchforourlivesboston.com/march-details) for those interested in the event. There is currently no information on who will be speaking at the Boston rally. ## March for Our Lives Portland **Time:** 10 a.m. P.T. **Meeting spot:** North Park Blocks, Portland, Oregon, 97204 **Speakers and performer:** There will be student speakers along with a performance by Portugal. The Man. _Correction: The original version of this story misstated the day on which the March for Our Lives Rally is being held. 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