Politics & Government

Voter Education Event In Philadelphia Aims To Keep Black Women Engaged Ahead Of Election Day

"This election cycle, a lot of women, particularly Black women, are feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed," said Nykidra Robinson.

(CBS3)

Octoebr 29, 2024

As Election Day approaches, election fatigue is setting in for some voters. But Black Girls Vote, a nonprofit organization, is working to keep Black women engaged, empowered and ready to cast their ballots.

Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

"This election cycle, a lot of women, particularly Black women, are feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed," said Nykidra Robinson, who is the CEO and founder of Black Girls Vote.

Robinson started the non-partisan organization in Baltimore during the 2020 presidential election. Since then, it has grown into a national platform where Black women feel comfortable discussing the issues that matter most to them as they prepare to make decisions about the country's future leaders.

Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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