Join us on the “Block is Hot” bus tour in GA

Right now, we are traveling across Georgia, visiting rural areas to raise awareness about key environmental justice issues impacting our communities. [Black Voters Matter logo]( Hi Friend, Georgians: Join us on The Block is Hot Tour Right now, we are traveling across Georgia, visiting rural areas to raise awareness about key environmental justice issues impacting our communities. The tour kicked off last week in Talbotton, GA with an event put together in collaboration with our partner, Dawn. At this event, participants received vital information on elections, the Georgia Public Service Commission, how to lower their utilities, and more.  Throughout this tour we are aiming to empower and mobilize communities to work together towards a cleaner and healthier future for all. Join us for one of our upcoming stops below:  - May 18, 2023, from 4-7 pm ET at 53 East Dawson St, Hwy 82 East, Cuthbert, GA 39840 - May 20, 2023, from 9 am-12 pm ET at 40 Monroe St, Talbotton, GA 31827 - May 21, 2023, from 3-6 pm ET at McCoy Hill Park, Poplar St & Academy, Americus, GA - May 26, 2023, from 1-3pm ET at 701 Wallace Street, Sylvester, GA - May 27, 2023, from 2-4pm ET at 1016 Wingate Avenue Albany, GA - May 27, 2023, from 11am-1pm ET at 484 Main Street, Byromville, GA Don't miss the chance to join us and make a difference in your community.   The Blackest Bus in America was Back on the Road in PA Last week, we hit the road in Pennsylvania to get out the vote for the Pennsylvania Municipal Primary Election. From community events to rallies to health fairs to food giveaways and more, we held countless events to connect with voters all across the state. We are very proud of the voter participation we saw in this election and we are committed to continuing to empower people to exercise their right to vote in future elections. [WATCH THE RECAP VIDEO](   Engaging our Youth in Louisiana This week, BVM hosted a Youth Day at the Louisiana State Capitol. Our participants had the opportunity to advocate for the issues that most impact their communities. From education to health care to gun violence to environmental justice and more, this event was a great opportunity for Louisiana youth to voice their concerns and take the field to work towards creating positive change in their communities. [WATCH THE RECAP VIDEO](   Here’s How You Can Get Involved with BVM in Texas Help us reach out to Dallas residents about the importance of civic engagement! Over the next couple of months we are partnering with our friends at The Afiya Center to canvas in the Dallas area to get residents registered to vote. If you are in the Dallas area, join us for a few hours on Thursdays and Saturdays to canvas. Learn more and sign up for a time slot that works for you below. [SIGN UP](   Join Us For JusticeAid 2023 We are less than a week away from a night to remember. To benefit BVM, JusticeAid is hosting A Celebration of Nina Simone featuring note-worthy artists like Corey Glover. If you’re in the NY/NJ/PA area come out and join us! [PURCHASE TICKETS NOW]( Unable to join us in NYC? [Donate here]( to help us continue our fight for Medicaid expansion, women’s health and against voter suppression in our communities. [DONATE NOW]( JOIN THE MOVEMENT [Support voter engagement and capacity-building through our 501c3]( [Support voter mobilization and political advocacy through our 501c4]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Tumblr]( [Black Voters Matter logo]( Black Voters Matter Fund is dedicated to expanding Black voter engagement and increasing progressive power through movement-building and engagement. Working with grassroots organizations, specifically in key states in the South, BVMF seeks to increase voter registration and turnout, advocate for policies to expand voting rights/access, and help develop infrastructure where little or none exists to support a power-building movement that keeps Black voters and their issues at the forefront of our election process. For more information, please visit our [website](. Sent via [ActionNetwork.org](. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Black Voters Matter Fund, please [click here](.