Reclaim Your Vote Rally

Time:
July 24, 2024 - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Room:
Xavier University of Louisiana Athletics Convocation Center

Day 3 Wednesday, July 24

Wednesday marks the start of our in-person events. 

Here are some of the highlights:

Opening Press Conference
We’re kicking things off with our opening press conference at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.

Career & Networking Fair
If you’re aiming to land your dream job or advance in your career, don't miss our Career & Networking Fair. This one-day event goes beyond browsing job listings. It's where recruiters and job seekers connect. Attendees can refine resumes, consult career coaches, practice interviewing, and engage with hiring companies face-to-face. Join us for an opportunity-packed experience.

Reclaim Your Vote Rally
Join us at Xavier University as we advocate for voting rights, restoration and advancement of rights for woman, and champion civil rights at the “Reclaim Your Vote’ Rally.  Don’t forget to wear your HBCU or Urban League Movement swag.

Welcome Reception
We’ll close out the day with the Welcome Reception, hosted by Urban League of Louisiana.   The location will be announced soon!

 

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We are kicking off this year's conference at Xavier University with the empowering ‘Reclaim Your Vote’ rally, to amplify our collective voice in the ongoing struggle for voting rights, as well as the restoration and advancement of rights for women, communities of color, and other marginalized groups. Join us as we come together in solidarity to advocate for equality and justice. Show your support for the movement by wearing your favorite HBCU or Urban League swag.

Location:
Xavier University of Louisiana Athletics Convocation Center
7900 Stroelitz St
New Orleans, LA 70125

Presiding: Marc H. Morial, President & CEO, National Urban League

Welcome Remarks:
Dr. C. Reynold Verret, President, Xavier University
Judy Reese Morse, President & CEO of Urban League of Louisiana
Senator Royce Duplessis, Louisiana State Senate, District 5

Participating Speakers:
Benjamin L. Crump, Esq., President & Founder, Ben Crump Law, PLLC
YelloPain,  Globally Recognized Rapper, Motivational Speaker, and Political Activist

Speakers:
Carmen James Randolph, President & CEO, Women’s Foundation of the South
Oliver Thomas, Councilmember, New Orleans City Council District E 
Hon. Mitch Landrieu, Former Senior Advisor to the President, Founder, E Pluribus Unum
Amanda Hollowell, Managing Director of National Organizing, When We All Vote
Jason Williams, Orleans Parish District Attorney
Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Author, Media Personality; Professor, Vanderbilt University
Isra Hirsi, Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director, US Youth Climate Strike
Morgan Clark-Walker, Founder/CEO, Bike N Vote/ Congress New Orleans

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