Presented by: WBA Women in Public Service Committee

Co-Sponsor:  League of Women Voters - DC

Join us for a transformative program designed to equip women voters and attorneys with the knowledge and tools needed to make a real impact this election season! Dive into pressing issues facing women and learn how to leverage your skills to improve voter turnout and ensure voter protection. Our engaging fireside chat will explore election protection, allyship, and the collaborative effort to answer the call for democracy at the intersection of race and gender. 

Hear from experts as they discuss the vital role women have historically played in shaping our democracy and the importance of representation on the ballot. They'll also delve into voter registration for marginalized groups, local advocacy issues like DC statehood and climate change, and strategies for safeguarding the right to vote. From election protection strategies to voter engagement tactics, this program is packed with actionable insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to be informed, engaged, and empowered. Come learn how to make a meaningful impact this election season!

 

Speakers:

Grace Thomas, Equal Justice Works Fellow sponsored by Shearman & Sterling LLP and Thomson Reuters, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

Kimiya Factory, Senior National Coordinator, Election Protection, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

Moderator: 

Adaoma Okafor, Judicial Law Clerk, D.C. Court of Appeals

Cost:

Members $0
Non-Members $0
 

Refunds can only be processed for cancelations received more than two business days prior to the event.

The WBA is a nonpartisan organization. The opinions and positions expressed by any program speaker are theirs alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the WBA.

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EmpowerHER: Leveraging Your Skills During Elections

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  • Thursday Oct 24 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Zoom