The following is by the Virginia NAACP

Election season is in full swing, not only for the Oval Office but several state and local elections are in the balance. The Virginia NAACP has several events in the month of September to engage potential voters.

All In! 2024 Voting Rights Symposium

The NAACP Virginia State Conference is proud to present the All In! Voting Rights Symposium, virtually on Monday, September 16th at 7 pm. This vital gathering is dedicated to addressing the critical issues surrounding voting rights and the future of our democracy. As we approach a consequential election, this symposium seeks to highlight the challenges and opportunities facing Black communities, who have been historically marginalized and impacted by voter suppression. Through insightful discussions and expert panelists, we will explore the importance of civic engagement, the dangers posed by initiatives like Project 2025, and the essential role of voting in shaping a just and equitable society. Click here to register.

NAACP National Advocacy Day- September 11, 2024

As we prepare for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference (CBC ALC) from September 11-15, 2024 in Washington, D.C, the NAACP is seeking to connect with zealous advocates to serve as champions to advance our federal policy priorities on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 10am to 5pm. With Project 2025 creating a state of emergency for Black lives, as threats to our democracy and individual freedoms become more imminent, there is an overwhelming need for activism, advocacy, and education to protect and secure the future of Black communities across the country. Click here to register.

With the blatant attacks on public health, education, diversity equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI), environmental climate justice, and our economy, the NAACP seeks to execute an Advocacy Day to collectivize fierce advocates to engage lawmakers on cutting-edge issues that are paramount to the survivability of people of color and citizens across the United States. Advocacy Day will serve as the empowerment hub of the Association, where our base connects with lawmakers on key issue areas.  

In preparation for National Advocacy Day, they will be hosting an All-Units Webinar on September 5 at 7pm ET to brief members on the federal policy priorities of the NAACP. 

Join their September 5th Virtual Advocacy Training: Sign Up Here.

Virginia Election Protection

The Virginia Election Protection Coalition, Virginia’s largest nonpartisan voter protection and advocacy effort made up of over 50 nonprofit organizations, will host three upcoming information sessions for nonprofits, faith organizations, businesses, campus departments, student organizations, and other neighborhood and community leaders for us to share more about you can mobilize your organizations and communities to protect the vote in 2024.

Annually, the Virginia Election Protection Coalition recruits, trains, and mobilizes hundreds of nonpartisan volunteers across the commonwealth to assist voters and report issues at voting locations. Combined with the 866-OUR-VOTE national hotline and undertaking voter education campaigns across Virginia, we are gearing up to assist hundreds of thousands of voters across Virginia. As a key leader in your community and organization, we invite you to attend to learn more about joining us to ensure every Virginian can access the ballot box. 

What Information Will Be Covered:

During the hour-long information session, you’ll learn more about the following:

What Election Protection is and what we do

How your organization can make a difference for voters

How you and your members can sign up as nonpartisan volunteers

Resources and materials to fight voter suppression

Who Should Attend:

Anyone representing an organization or community group in Virginia or DC is encouraged to attend. That includes nonprofits, faith organizations or congregations, campus organizations or academic departments, businesses, unions, local organization chapters, and more! If you have a group of people that you think should be involved, you should attend. For individuals not representing an organization, please sign up for more information here.

Who Is Hosting:

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and the Virginia Civic Engagement Table will host the information sessions.

How to Attend:

You may attend any of three upcoming information sessions:

Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 11AM ET.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 7PM ET.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 7PM ET.

Click the date above that you’d like to register for, and you’ll be taken to the registration page for it. The content in each session will be identical. Multiple dates and times are offered for attendee flexibility.

#SANKOFAMOMENT

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