FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BWA VICE PRESIDENT KIMBERLY JEFFRIES LEONARD ELECTED NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF THE LINKS, INCORPORATED
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Saturday, February 26, 2022 – The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) today announced its enthusiastic support for President Joseph Biden’s nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court. “While there are many individuals, including numerous Black women, who are exceptionally qualified to assume a seat on the nation’s highest court, Ketanji Brown Jackson comes to this moment with impeccable credentials,” said Gwainevere Catchings Hess, BWA’s National President. “She received a blue- chip education with Harvard undergrad and Law School degrees. She has demonstrated a dedication to service that has defined her from her days as a federal public defender to her current position on the federal Court of Appeals and amassed a reputation as a brilliant jurist – a consensus builder devoted to the Constitution, this country, and all of its citizens.”
Judge Jackson has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate three times, most recently in June 2021 when she was named to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. Prior to that, she spent more than eight years on the U.S. District Court for DC. In announcing his selection, President Biden pointed out that “for too long, our government, our courts haven’t looked like America. I believe it’s time that we have a court that reflects the full talents and greatness of our nation with a nominee of extraordinary qualifications.” As a jurist, Biden pointed out that Jackson’s opinions are “always carefully reasoned, tethered to precedent and demonstrate respect for how the law impacts everyday people.” When “Candidate” Biden promised, if elected, to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court, it wasn’t to promote affirmative action,” Catchings Hess insisted. “It was to affirm that a Court charged with interpreting the law can only benefit from having access to the diverse perspectives and experiences of those the law was established to serve. Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will be an exceptional addition to the Supreme Court, and The Black Women’s Agenda is honored to be able to endorse her nomination.”
Founded in 1977 in Washington, DC, The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(C)3 organization that generates awareness and support for issues that secure, protect, and advance the rights of Black women and their families. BWA is comprised of 24 National Collaborating
Organizations — sororities, civic, service and faith-based — representing millions of women worldwide.
BWA AND COMMON CAUSE
The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) has partnered with Common Cause, an organization fighting for an accountable government, equal rights / opportunities / representation and empowering voices in the political process to get out the vote and protect the vote. This partnership will allow individuals and organizations to expand their community outreach by ensuring that all voters have an equal opportunity to vote and have that vote count.
The Election Protection Program provides Americans from coast to coast with comprehensive information and assistance at all stages of voting – from registration, to absentee and early voting, to casting a vote at the polls, to overcoming obstacles to their participation.
I Matter: I Vote BWA 43rd Symposium Town Hall
WASHINGTON, DC – Friday, September 18, 2020 – The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. (BWA) went on the offensive today, hosting a virtual town hall devoted to protecting and securing the voting rights of African Americans and other people of color during its 43rd Annual Symposium. Moderated by Heather McGhee, Board Chair, The Color of Change, a panel of prominent political activists and observers – including Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, President, Repairers of the Breach and Co-chair, Poor People’s Campaign; Dr. Johnetta B. Cole, anthropologist, educator and Board Chair of The National Council of Negro Women, Inc.; Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr., an esteemed author, commentator and Chairman of Princeton University’s Department of African-American Studies, and Aisha C. Mills, a nationally renowned political strategist and social impact advisor – discussed strategies for combatting voter suppression, registering and engaging African-American voters, and ensuring that they have the opportunity to make their voices heard.
The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. Launches ‘I Am the Change’ Campaign to Fight COVID-19
Supported by a grant from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, The Black Women’s Agenda, Inc. on Jan. 31 will launch its national COVID-19 Public Health Education Social Media Campaign to narrow the gap of those impacted by the pandemic in the African American community. “I Am The Change: Addressing COVID-19 Here And Now!” targets members of BWA’s 24 National Collaborating Organizations, representing more than three million Black women in the U.S.
📢 Exciting Announcement! 🎉
The Black Women Agenda (BWA) continues its empowering monthlong webinar series, “I Am The Change: A Step-by-Step Guide to Entrepreneurial Economic Empowerment,” sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company!
🚀 Part Three of the series will be held on Thursday, October 24th at 8:30 pm EST. Don`t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from industry experts and elevate your entrepreneurial journey!
💼 Panel One will feature Financial Expert Martin Booker from AARP, while Panel Two dives into the crucial topic, “Leveraging You and Your Business: A Guide to Capital in Today`s Economy.”
Our distinguished Panelists for this conversation are: ✨ Bridget W. Chisholm – Founder & CEO, BWC Capital ✨ Tijuana Hudson – Owner, The Hudson Group ✨ Gina D. Nisbeth – Founder & President, 9th & Clinton
This is a must-attend event for all entrepreneurs looking to fuel their growth and success!
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🗳️ 15 Days Until Election Day! 🗳️
Your voice is your power!
✅ If you are voting early or on Election Day, make a plan now!
Here’s a to do list for all voters:
✔️ Double-check your voter registration
✔️ Find your polling place or dropbox
✔️ Research the candidates and issues
✔️ Encourage your friends and family to vote!
Together we can make a difference. Every vote counts!
🗳️ #Election2024 #Vote #yourvoiceisyourpower #MakeAPlanToVote #Fourfor4
🗳️ Are You Ready to Vote? 🗳️
Election Day is coming! Make sure you`re prepared:
✔️ Registered to Vote?
Check your status now to avoid any surprises.
✔️ Know Your Polling Place?
Confirm your voting location so you don’t miss out.
✔️ Researched the Ballot?
Know the candidates and issues before you head in.
Your vote is your voice—let’s make it count!
📅 Mark your calendars and be ready to make a difference!
#Vote2024 #YourVoteMatters #Fourfor4
Happening Tonight!
Join The Black Women`s Agenda, Inc. in Collaboration with Coca-Cola for our second webinar, Entrepreneurship Basics on October 17, 2024 at 8:30 pm EST.
Register via the link below!
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![There are 20 days until the 2024 Presidential Election!
🗳️ VOTING CHECKLIST 🗳️
Ready to make your voice heard? Here's what you need to check before heading to the polls!
1️⃣ Are You Registered?
Double-check your voter registration status! Visit [YourStateVoterWebsite] or check with your local election office.
2️⃣ Know Your Polling Location
Polling locations can change. Make sure you know where to go by checking online!
3️⃣ Bring Proper ID
Check what identification is required in your state—some states need a photo ID!
4️⃣ Research the Candidates & Issues
Stay informed about what’s on the ballot. Look up candidates, measures, and propositions.
5️⃣ Vote Early or By Mail
If you can’t make it on Election Day, explore early voting or mail-in options. Deadlines matter!
6️⃣ Plan Your Day
Long lines? Busy schedule? Make a plan for when and how you'll vote. Every vote counts!
✨ Share this to remind others!
#Vote2024 #Fourfor4 #EveryVoteCounts](https://bwa-inc.org/wp-content/uploads/sb-instagram-feed-images/463019926_122133606230353555_1749387132312447793_nfull.jpg)
There are 20 days until the 2024 Presidential Election!
🗳️ VOTING CHECKLIST 🗳️
Ready to make your voice heard? Here`s what you need to check before heading to the polls!
1️⃣ Are You Registered?
Double-check your voter registration status! Visit [YourStateVoterWebsite] or check with your local election office.
2️⃣ Know Your Polling Location
Polling locations can change. Make sure you know where to go by checking online!
3️⃣ Bring Proper ID
Check what identification is required in your state—some states need a photo ID!
4️⃣ Research the Candidates & Issues
Stay informed about what’s on the ballot. Look up candidates, measures, and propositions.
5️⃣ Vote Early or By Mail
If you can’t make it on Election Day, explore early voting or mail-in options. Deadlines matter!
6️⃣ Plan Your Day
Long lines? Busy schedule? Make a plan for when and how you`ll vote. Every vote counts!
✨ Share this to remind others!
#Vote2024 #Fourfor4 #EveryVoteCounts
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