An estimated 10,000 people marched in the Seattle's Womxn's March today, many sporting pink hats and holding signs largely denouncing President Trump. The crowd was 10 times smaller than just two years ago. And politicians were conspicuous by their absence. But those who marched the nearly two miles from Cal Anderson Park to the Seattle Center said their cause remains the same: To empower women across the globe. Scroll down to continue reading More news from KIRO 7 DOWNLOAD OUR FREE NEWS APP They came with different perspectives borne of different origins, the thousands who made their way through downtown Seattle in this, the Womxn's March 3.0, many wearing the pink hats that have become their signature. "I'm here to march for justice," said Aneelah Afzali. She and other American Muslims, here, she says, embodying the principles of their faith. "Justice for people of color," said Afzali. "Justice for immigrants. Justice for refugees. Making it clear that we stand united for the world." Kimberly Cole-Nash lives in Everett, but her home state is Texas. "They nominated over 19 women in public office and my sister was one of them in the city of Austin," said Cole-Nash. "So really proud to be here today to represent not only women but women of color." There were men here, too. "It's so important because women need to know that men support them in their right to be equal," said George McCadden 3rd, of Seattle, "and to be empowered to be equal." Renowned Seattle Chef Tom Douglas offered banana bread and tea to help sustain the marchers. "I'm a father of a daughter, wife, six sisters and mother; that's the base reason," said Douglas. "And then I'm in the hospitality business. And I love that these people come out here and pour their hearts out on our streets." Many expressed those same feelings on the message board he placed outside his restaurants. A day devoted to so many causes, dear to so many hearts. "Transgender women," said Liana Peralta of Lake Stevens, "for all the LGBTQ people." Native American drums filled the air, too, for missing and endangered indigenous women. This is not the only women's march in Seattle this weekend. Another march highlighting issues of sexual violence, environmental justice and homelessness steps off from Occidental Park Sunday morning. Cox Media Group<doc-sep>The second of two Women’s Marches is underway in downtown Seattle. Organized by Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Washington and Councilmember Kshama Sawant, the Seattle Women’s MMIW March 2019 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and starts in Occidental Park. They plan to march to Seattle City Hall at 11 a.m. This event reportedly does not have a permit. According to its Facebook page, 1,700 people are interested in this event, and 318 have confirmed they are going. The first march started Saturday morning. The group began at Cal Anderson Park, marched through downtown Seattle and ended at Seattle Center. UPDATE; The tail end of the @womensmarchsea is turned into the Seattle center. pic.twitter.com/FeqMHkkwd2 — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 UPDATE: The front end of the @womensmarchsea has now reached the Seattle center. pic.twitter.com/mZVge2RiyM — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 UPDATE: The front end of the @womensmarchsea is headed northbound at 5th Ave and is currently located at 5th Ave and Broad St. pic.twitter.com/n1Jx83jiAd — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 Westbound lanes closed at University Way NE and Ne 45th St due to @SeattleFire activity. pic.twitter.com/frW78oAwRW — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 UPDATE: After heading Westbound at Pine St. the protesters have now made a right and are headed northbound on 4th Ave. pic.twitter.com/JwXzEX6BmK — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 UPDATE: The protesters have now reached Pine St and 5th Ave with the tail end of the protest at 9th Ave and Pine St. pic.twitter.com/VWf9Df9u8c — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 UPDATE: Protesters are moving Westbound along Pine St & 8th Ave. pic.twitter.com/MiwKsaD6Fw — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 Seattle Women’s March has started. Police have blocked off the North and South lanes at Broadway and E Pine St. pic.twitter.com/ARW6pxI9hj — SDOT Traffic (@SDOTtraffic) January 19, 2019 The Seattle Times reports that the Women’s March has splintered at the national level. A similar division has occurred in Seattle. The march on Sunday promotes itself as more inclusive of Jewish women. The national organization (which is associated with the Saturday event) has received criticism for what some call anti-Semitisim. The organization has countered this criticism, however. Other marches are planned for Western Washington. One in Olympia on Saturday has 1,400 people confirmed going. More than 100,000 people attended the Women’s March in 2017 following President Trump’s inauguration.<doc-sep>The third annual Womxn's March through Seattle is a weekend full of workshops and trainings to "energize" and "activate" future leaders. Thousands of people marched through downtown Seattle on Saturday for the third annual Womxn's March. The march kicked off three days of activism, which includes a traditional rally along with workshops and training sessions. The march began Saturday morning with a rally in Cal Anderson Park. This year the speaker line-up included area women of color who serve as community activists, spiritual leaders, and a poet. Speakers called on participants to be a voice for those who couldn't speak up and the change they wished to see. “As long as there is breath in your body, you have the ability to turn things around,” said Dr. Rev. Kelle Brown, lead pastor of Plymouth Church Seattle. Liz Hunter-Keller, a spokesperson for the event, said no politicians were asked to speak at the rally, but many were invited to attend as participants. Only community organizers were asked to speak at the rally. "We see things like Brett Kavanaugh being confirmed to the Supreme Court, the shutdown happening right now, I think those sorts of things will fuel people still coming out and responding very loudly," said march organizer Liberty Harrington. From there, marchers began their journey to Seattle Center, embarking on the downtown streets to the tune of Beyonce's "Run The World (Girls)." Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan was among local leaders and influencers who marched. "It’s so incredible to see everyone out today for the Womxn’s March in Seattle.," Durkan said in a tweet. "We can’t build walls - we have to build bridges. Seattle is marching today to say we are stronger when we come together for inclusion and equality. We are delivering a message of hope and unity. It was a smaller group that took to the streets this year; in 2017 a peaceful march drew 175,000 people. March organizers anticipated nearly 80,000 people would attend the rally and march scheduled for Saturday. They believe about 10,000 attended the march. Many marchers were focused on inclusivity - making sure people of all genders and races felt welcome. It's why march organizers use the "X" in womxn - to include other gender identities. "I just want it to be known that we do care about their rights as well," said Satory Adams. After the march ended at Seattle Center, marchers were encouraged to participate in "Activism 101" workshops designed to "energize" and "activate" future leaders. On Sunday, the second annual "Womxn Act on Seattle" invites people to attend workshops, lectures, training and other discussions aimed at connecting participants with local leaders and activists engaged in grassroots campaigns. "We have a whole day of workshops in action on Sunday in link with the march on Saturday. And that's women from impacted communities coming and speaking about their journey to other folks within the community to figure out how we can be stronger together," said organizer Liisa Spink. All of Sunday's events will be spread across various Seattle neighborhoods and Tacoma. Start times and event topics will vary. People interested in attending should check the schedule of events.<doc-sep>
Community Corner 2019 Seattle Women's March Continues Tradition Of Rebuking Trump The third annual women's march happened in Seattle Saturday. Hear from marchers why they decided to attend this year. Reply SEATTLE, WA - Thousands of people from across Puget Sound converged on Seattle Saturday morning to take part in the 2019 women's march. Although a little smaller than last year, the marchers continued the spirit of the enormous 2017 march: rebuking Donald Trump while advocating for causes ranging from trans rights to #metoo. The day kicked off around 9 a.m. at Cal Anderson Park in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. From there, thousands marched through downtown Seattle and on to the Seattle Center. The Saturday march was the centerpiece of a weekend full of events organized by the nonprofit Seattle Womxn's March group. Why did marchers show up this year? Here's what they told us. From left to right: Loa Fesili, 16, of Burien; Kiala Ve'a, 15, of SeaTac; Musu Fesili, 13, of Burien; and Unique Rhodes, 18, of Burien. This was their first women's march. "We came to make a difference," Ve'a said. "We want to make sure everyone is equal," Musu Fesili said. Connie Lantagne, who lives in Queen Anne, brought a sort-of severed Trump head to the march. "I'm an old hippie and this man needs to go," she said referring to Trump. Felix (at left) is in the U.S. Coast Guard and is going without pay during the partial federal government shut down. But he and his partner, Dankotahv, were at the march to support transgender rights.