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A New Chapter for AVOICE: Celebrating Black History with a Bold, Modernized Archive

As we celebrate Black History Month, I am honored to share an exciting milestone in our mission to preserve and amplify Black legislative history—the rebrand and relaunch of AVOICE: A Digital Archive of Black Legislative History, proudly supported by Dell Technologies.

The Foundation for Change: What Our Election Report Tells Us About Black America’s Priorities

Amplifying Black Perspectives: Insights from the 2024 Pre-Election Survey offers a snapshot of the views and priorities that shaped how Black Americans voted in a pivotal election year.

Supporting Black Women: Reflections on the Anniversary of Roe v. Wade and Maternal Health Awareness Day

This week highlights two significant milestones in women’s health: the 52nd anniversary of Roe v. Wade on January 22 and Maternal Health Awareness Day on January 23. Roe v. Wade famously enshrined federal protections for abortion rights, but the Supreme Court overturned those protections in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Clinic case.

Why We Move Together Matters – Generations United for Change

As a Giving Tuesday partner or donor, your support will allow us to continue to move generations forward as we fulfill our mission to develop leaders, inform policy, and educate the public.

Post-Election 2024: The Continued Unraveling of Criminal Justice Reform

The fight for criminal justice reform remains a pivotal issue in the United States, as the nation grapples with the balance between public safety and equitable justice.

Despite Backlash, DEI Programs Still Matter

2020 was a noteworthy year for a number of reasons, not least because it marked a cultural shift and sea change in discussions about racism and inequality. In the wake […]

Unshackling the Vote: A New Chapter for Formerly Incarcerated Americans

Formerly incarcerated people deserve the right to vote in all 50 states. You have the power to build a more inclusive democracy by voting for state officials who support legislation to restore this essential right.

The Future of Black Political Power: Why We Need to Listen to Young Voters Now

This generation, profoundly aware of the ongoing fight for social justice, views voting not as a singular tool for civic participation, but as one of many tools in their quest for a more democratic society. We must start listening instead of lecturing to connect with them genuinely if we want to increase voter turnout.

Your Vote, Your Power: Turning Election Concerns into Action

At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) 53rd Annual Legislative Conference, our Center for Policy Analysis and Research (CPAR) surveyed attendees on their top concerns about the 2024 Election.

Black Americans Sound the Alarm on Project 2025

At its core, Project 2025 seeks to erase vital protections that have bolstered Black advancement in this country.