SHARON On Saturday, over 1,000 nationwide protests are being held to call for change, defend civil and human rights and to honor a late civil rights activist.

"Good Trouble Lives On" is known as a national day of action and brings topics of controversial changes happening throughout the country to the events.

It is also a day to remember late Congressman John Lewis, a civil rights activist who led a march in 1965 in Alabama, defending citizens voting rights.

One of these "Good Trouble" demonstrations took place on W State Street in downtown Sharon. It had guest speakers, music, a food drive and a peaceful march.

People gathered to peacefully protest changes being seen across the country and defend threats that are impacting Americans rights to vote. They also wanted to help educate individuals on the importance of voting and the rights one has as a voter.

Designated tables were placed at the event to help people register to vote and get involved.

Rhonda Paglia, the host of the event wants people to know the strength that comes behind using your voice and coming together as a community.

"We're just trying to get people involved and to realize how important our voices are. If we are silent, we are compliant. We are not going to be silent," said Paglia.

Paglia was happy with the turnout, noting an uptick in younger folks participating while finding comfort in seeing different groups of people come together for the same cause.