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100 Days of Civic Action: Building Black Civic Power—Together The countdown is on.
With fewer than 100 days until the November General Election, BWOPA-CA is calling on our chapters, coalition partners, faith leaders, community organizations, and volunteers across California to join us in a statewide movement to educate, engage, and mobilize Black voters.
To Summer-ize July 2026 – Via CA SOS
Time flies when you’re having fun! As the sun warms the pavement, wildflowers blossom, and peaches ripen, summer is already in full swing. To beat the heat, you might want to grab a snow cone or a refreshing iced tea. But what’s another way to stay cool during the dog days of summer? It’s certainly cool to stay proactive and make sure your voter registration is up to date!
BWOPA Legislative Day – April 27, 2026
Join BWOPA ONE for our 2026 Legislative Day of Advocacy + Action in Sacramento—a powerful opportunity to stand together and make your voice heard.
Rev. Jesse Jackson’s life was a testament to faith in action
It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we acknowledge the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., a towering figure in the struggle for civil rights, political empowerment, and economic justice.
Happy New Year
#HappyNewYear. As we step into a new year, we look ahead with hope and relentless optimism. The momentum we carry into this year is powerful.Last year’s wins remind us that when Black women lead, communities thrive.
Celebrating the Power of Black Women Limited edition 2026 – 2027 Calendar
Available while supplies last
Every purchase directly supports the movement by funding leadership development, civic engagement, and chapter-based organizing across California
A Special Election Year Wrapped!
What a year 2025 has been! As the leaves change their hues and the sun sets a bit earlier, there’s no better time to unwind and look back at what we have accomplished.
Join us tonight! POWER OF THE BLACK VOTE — GOTV Edition
Join us tonight at 6:30 PM for a powerful virtual gathering of Black women leaders from across California as we unite to mobilize our communities and make our voices heard in this critical Special Election.
Important Dates
Primary Election – June 2, 2026
Make sure you are registered to vote by May 18, 2026. If you have chosen to mail in your ballot make sure you have it postmarked on or before Election Day and received by June 2, 2026.
Vote By Mail Information
Learn how to request your ballot, ensure your vote counts, and participate in elections from home with secure and accessible options.
Find Voting Centers Open in your Area
Find your local voting center in California for upcoming elections, visit the official website of the California Secretary of State or your county’s election office.
The last day to register to vote for the June 2, 2026, Primary Election is May 18, 2026.
The Power of the Black Vote is a statewide civic engagement initiative convened and powered by Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA-CA) in partnership with organizations across California committed to strengthening civic participation through nonpartisan voter education and outreach.
