Join B Local CO and B Proud for an engaging evening of insight, action, and connection!

As we approach one of the most pivotal elections in recent history, it’s crucial to understand what’s at stake for our shared communities, values, and future. We invite you to an engaging collective action panel event that promises to inform, inspire, and activate our right to vote.

• 📅 Date: Thursday, October 3rd
• 🕒 Time: 4:00 to 7:00pm (MST)
• 📍 In-Person: The Alliance for Collective Action - 1536 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
• 🚙 Getting there: Downtown parking can be difficult, but the venue is near Union Station; we recommend using public transit if possible!
• 🎟️ Donation of $5 to help cover venue costs
• 💻 Can't make it in person? Join us virtually! Virtual Registration Linked Here

WHAT TO EXPECT

🌟 Expert Panel Discussion

Kick off the evening with an introduction by Arli Christian, Senior Policy Counsel for the ACLU, and a thought-provoking panel featuring speakers with unique points of view for each of their fields:

• LGBTQ+ rights and advocacy — Michael Dabbs, Senior Dir. of Impact, Gill Foundation
• Reproductive healthcare and rights — Claudia Perez, Public Affairs Manager, Planned Parenthood
• Economic justice and racial equity — Yolanda Richard, Executive Director, Good Business Colorado

• Climate change and environmental advocacy — Erin Sprague, CEO, Protect Our Winters

Moderated by Grace Mausser, Policy Manager at B Lab, the panelists will share their insights on our nation's critical issues and how elections shape our collective future. This is your chance to hear perspectives from different sectors and engage in meaningful dialogue about the stakes involved.

✉️ Postcard-Writing Party

After the panel, roll up your sleeves and join us for a postcard-writing party. We’ll provide all the materials you need to encourage voter participation from unregistered or low-turnout voters, urging them to help get out the vote and strengthen our democracy. This is a fantastic opportunity for tangible collective action in a meaningful way.

🍹 Happy Hour Networking

Wrap up the evening with a happy hour to connect with community leaders. Enjoy refreshments, make new friends, and exchange ideas in one of the country's most sustainable buildings. Whether you’re a seasoned voting activist or new to the cause, this is a great chance to build collective action and your network at the same time. Sponsored by Meow Wolf. 

During the happy hour, folks from New Era Colorado will be available to help you register to vote, update your registration, and learn more about priority ballot initiatives in Colorado.

WHY ATTEND

1. Stay Informed: Gain valuable insights into what’s at stake this election.

2. Take Action: Help with a letter-writing campaign to increase voter turnout.

3. Make Connections: Network with fellow community leaders.

Questions about the event? Email craig@vermilion.com