Racial Justice Issues

Strengthening Democracy & Voting Rights

By engaging local communities and grassroots organizations, SPLC Action is organizing to build the political power of Black and Brown people throughout the Deep South.

Every Voice Must Be Heard and Every Ballot Counted.

Voter Suppression Has Ramped Up in the Past Decade

The freedom to vote is the most sacred right we have, yet it is under constant attack. Since the Shelby County v. Holder decision, a slew of discriminatory anti-voter bills have been introduced or enacted to restrict access to the ballot box.

Anti-Democratic Forces Threaten Voters’ Rights

By mainstreaming conspiracies and threatening election workers, the far-right extremist movement is attempting to destabilize democratic institutions. At the same time, gerrymandering prevents communities of color from achieving fair representation.

To Protect Democracy, We Must Engage in Democracy

Many voters today feel disengaged from politics, but apathy is not an option. Building an inclusive, multiracial democracy requires active participation from energized and diverse coalitions, who believe in the power of collective action.