Who will you commit to; Who will you choose?

[View this email in your browser]( Michael’s Motivation As we await the critical decision by Vice President Harris on who she believes should be her running mate, it's a perfect moment to have us equally reflect on that essential question as well. Whether it be a life partner, a college for your child, a new job, a place of worship or a place to live, it's so important that we take the time to be deliberate with our choices. A commitment isn't casual, it is critical. Who you choose should not be rushed in transition but rooted in Transformation. Just 15 days ago, the country thought we knew who would be on the Presidential Tickets. Life changes quickly. It looks for us to respond. In those moments, we have to determine who is really ride or die on our Team. We must determine our clear vision forward. We have to choose who is with us on the life journey. No matter what the overall path will be in your life, it's time for you to be totally confident, excited, at peace, full of joy and have no doubt about: Who will you commit to in this life? Who do you choose to be by your side? ICYMI: FWD.us releases Lift Your Voice. The fierce urgency of NOW It’s easy to wait for others to speak up about something, but waiting for others is not how change gets made. Change happens when brave people come together and use their voices to take action. I was reminded of this lesson when reading the[ powerful open letter]( written by community leaders who have been impacted by incarceration and criminalization. During a time when too many people want to turn away from discussing the urgent need to end mass incarceration, more than 160 individuals joined together on a letter to Vice President Harris acknowledging her strong record on criminal justice reform and asking her to prioritize it in her campaign. These folks could have kept their heads down and waited for the “time to be right.” But the perfect time for change is NOW. The letter they penned is a reminder of the fierce urgency of now and our collective duty to take action. Ending mass incarceration, closing the racial wealth gap, and addressing racial inequality requires us to be brave, speak up, and recognize the perfect moment to make change…is now. [Read the Letter]( Harris for President Job Opportunities We have just under 100 Days to elect Vice President Harris and Democrats up and down the ballot. If you know anyone that is interested in the roles below, please have them submit an application as soon as possible. [Regional Director]( [State Communications Director]( [Engagement Deputy Organizing Director]( [Regional Distributed Organizer]( [Regional Organizing Director]( [Organizer]( [Late Help]( We are also collecting resumes and information about interested candidates through the [2024 Talent Bank]( Want to work for Harris for President? [( KAIROS Conversation with Jay Artis-Wright Jay Artis-Wright Executive Director Freedom Coalition for Charter Schools (FCCS) Jay Artis-Wright is a visionary leader, serving as the Executive Director of the Freedom Coalition for Charter Schools (FCCS). FCCS stands as a beacon for Black and Brown charter school leaders, and under Jay’s guidance, it advocates tirelessly for the enhancement and establishment of high-quality educational choices for students from these communities. With a rich tapestry of over two decades of experience spanning public policy, education, advocacy, and community mobilization, Jay embodies the essence of a strategic thinker. She played an instrumental role in laying the foundation of FCCS during its formative stages. Jay’s professional journey is as diverse as it is impactful. From nurturing and mentoring educators, to spearheading pivotal policy initiatives, to crafting influential outreach strategies for education-related legal battles, she has been a force for positive change. Her expertise extends to training advocates in the arts of organization and championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Jay’s track record is studded with policy triumphs that have propelled charter schools forward and paved the way for women to explore positions on local school boards. She possesses an innate ability to navigate the intricate legislative landscape, steering it toward resounding victories, and she’s a maestro in the art of coalition building. Her influence reaches across the nation, with her footprint gracing key states like California, New Jersey, and Texas. Jay Artis-Wright is a true luminary in the field, dedicated to shaping a brighter future for Black and Brown students. See you Wednesday! Wednesday, August 7 · 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST Video call link: [( Or dial: ‪(US) +1 651-571-1259‬ PIN: ‪460 226 103‬# More phone numbers: [ [Register For The Call]( Convening for the Culture August 12-15, 2024 Our signature annual event, “Convening for the Culture,” provides an opportunity for leaders of color to gather during one of the Black community’s most prominent weeks of leadership activation each year. About 200 of the nation’s leaders and change makers of color and their allies attend the four-day event on Martha’s Vineyard focused on relationship building, ideation, deal flow and partnership development. [Register Now!]( [Learn More]( [RSVP]( Join us to toast the progress we’ve made on criminal justice reform and to recommit to ending mass incarceration. Come share in cocktails, small bites, swag giveaways, photo opps and more. Over the last 15 years, policymakers and voters in red, blue, and purple jurisdictions have advanced criminal justice reforms that safely reduced prison and jail populations, expanding freedom and opportunities to tens of millions of Americans. It’s an important start, but mass incarceration still defines our country for the worse. Together, we can protect the gains we’ve made and keep up the momentum to deliver the safety and justice that will live up to America’s promise. [Join FWD.US]( The 2024 DSPolitical Ad Grants Program is now live and accepting applications! We started this initiative in 2020 to help down-ballot candidates seeking office at the state and municipal levels obtain the tools and funding needed to reach voters with targeted digital advertising, and are proud to see its return for the fifth consecutive year. This year, we’re proud to announce $100,000 in funding to progressive candidates for programmatic digital advertising on DSPolitical’s award-winning technology platforms. The 2024 DSPolitical Ad Grants Program will accept applications until August 21st at 5 pm EST. [Apply Now]( The HBCU Scholarship Ride was established to financially assist students from Newark, NJ., in realizing their aspirations of attending an HBCU. In acknowledging the unique challenges that students face, the HBCU Scholarship Ride Foundation bridges the gap between a deserving student’s desire and their ability to pay. [Donate Today]( [Learn More!]( Text “Democracy” to +1 (917) 810-3409. KAIROS: DEMOCRACY PROJECT exists to promote social welfare and civic betterment by mobilizing and engaging Communities of Color and Young Adults through Issue Advocacy and awareness on the impact of safeguarding our Democracy on their everyday lives. From deploying local Influencers and surrogates of Color from the KAIROS Communications war room to hosting KAIROS CONVERSATION Listen & Learns to executing a targeted media and message mobilization, the KAIROS: DEMOCRACY PROJECT will be the go to place for engaging Leaders of Color around Issues and Democracy in the country, not just for one election but for future generations. Join the fight for Democracy by helping us organize voters!: [$50 ⮕]( [$100 ⮕]( [$250 ⮕]( [$500 ⮕]( [$1000 ⮕]( [Other ⮕]( Join KAIROS in partnership with HQ DC House! Kairos is thrilled to announce our partnership with HQ DC House, the only premier social and professional club in Washington, D.C. dedicated to supporting and empowering the Black community. Interested in becoming a member? Click here to start your journey with us. 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