
Equity Alliance presents Conscious Conversation: Black Political Engagement
Event Information
Description
This month's Conscious Conversation, in partnership with The Equity Alliance, Davidson County Democratic Party, and Davidson County Young Democrats, explores the state of black political engagement and how Nashville's African-American community can raise their voices and take action on issues that matter to their daily lives. In the age of social media, it's easy to post our dissatisfaction for politics as usual. But how can African Americans ensure their voices are heard by elected and appointed officials? How do we ensure the African-American community does not get left behind by a changing Nashville landscape? How can the Democratic Party be more inclusive to the issues plaguing the Black community? Lastly, why is civic engagement and voter turnout low among African Americans?
Join us on Wednesday, March 22nd for a roundtable discussion with "young, Black and dope" political leaders to learn how you can become a more informed and engaged citizen. Don't get mad, get involved! Visit www.consciousconversation.co for additional details. #consciousconvo #blackpolitics
Panelists:
Representative Raumesh Akbari, Tennessee Black Caucus Chair, District 91 - Memphis
Tennessee General Assembly
Christiane Buggs, School Board Member, District 5 - Nashville
Metro Nashville Public Schools
Erica Gilmore, At-Large Council Member
Metro Government of Nashville & Davidson County
Senator Lee Harris, Senate Minority Leader, District 29 - Memphis
Tennessee General Assembly
Michelle Hernandez-Lane, Chief Diversity Officer
Office of Nashville Mayor Megan Barry
Matia Powell, Executive Committeewoman
Davidson County Democratic Party
Christopher Smith, Political Consultant
Former Bernie 2016 Deputy National Field Director
Moderator:
Isaac Addae, Assistant Professor
Tennessee State University College of Business
Event Sponsors:
The Equity Alliance, Davidson County Democratic Party, Davidson County Young Democrats, SEIU Local 205
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