What can i do?
A lot! The history of resistance against oppression proves there is only one proven way to ensure equality, humanity, and justice for all people, rather than a few “success stories.” We must come together, build power and leadership among ourselves, and demand an upheaval to the status quo.
VOTE makes demands. We are working toward a place where nothing happens regarding the criminal justice system without a VOTE member in the room listening, asking tough questions, providing insights, and ultimately holding a seat at every table.
come to a meeting
VOTE has chapters in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. At all meetings, we: welcome new people, report on our activities, share our stories and plan for upcoming events. We serve a free, light dinner. Children are welcome. See the meeting schedule below and come join us!
New Orleans
The New Orleans chapter meets the first Wednesday of every month from 6 to 8pm. Contact Donald Arbuthnot at donald@vote-nola.org or 504-571-9599 for more info.
Baton Rouge
The Baton Rouge chapter meets the fourth Thursday of every month from 6 to 8pm at 251 Florida St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Contact Jennifer Harding at jenniferharding@vote-nola.org or 510-326-2418 for more info.
Lafayette
The Lafayette chapter meets the fourth Monday of every month from 6 to 7:30pm at 110 Travis St., Lafayette, LA 70503. Contact Consuela Gaines at consuela@vote-nola.org or 337-212-5074 for more info.
Shreveport
The Shreveport chapter meets the third Thursday of every month from from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Fuller Center, 4221 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, LA 71104. Contact Felicia Smith at felicia@vote-nola.org or 504-335-5619 for more info.
New Orleans
The New Orleans chapter meets the first Wednesday of every month from 6 to 8pm. Contact Donald Arbuthnot at donald@vote-nola.org or 504-571-9599 for more info.
Baton Rouge
The Baton Rouge chapter meets the fourth Thursday of every month from 6 to 8pm at 251 Florida St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Contact Jennifer Harding at jenniferharding@vote-nola.org or 510-326-2418 for more info.
Lafayette
The Lafayette chapter meets the fourth Monday of every month from 6 to 7:30pm at 110 Travis St., Lafayette, LA 70503. Contact Consuela Gaines at consuela@vote-nola.org or 337-212-5074 for more info.
Shreveport
The Shreveport chapter meets the third Thursday of every month from from 5:30 to 7:30pm at the Fuller Center, 4221 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, LA 71104. Contact Felicia Smith at felicia@vote-nola.org or 504-335-5619 for more info.
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