HOW WE WIN
Step 1 - Make a Plan
Once you’ve committed to “making a plan” pledge to Vote Like A Black Feminist this election cycle.
Register to vote.
Encourage someone else to register to vote.
Decide when to vote.
VOTE.
Step 2 - Vote down ballot
Ballots are more than just candidates; they are an opportunity to mobilize around issue areas that impact our lives.
Research what’s on the ballot locally and statewide.
Identify candidates, ballot initiatives, measures, or referendums that align with your values.
If no candidates align with your values, join a local coalition or effort to mobilize around an issue.
Ultimately, choose options that lead Black people toward liberation.
Step 3 - squad up
Research shows that when Black women turn out to vote, the entire Black community follows. Let’s recognize our power and work together to mobilize our community into action.
Get together with a group of friends to catch up and check in with each other.
Discuss how everyone is doing, including in this political climate.
Talk about ways to support each other and the community, considering your capacity.
Consider hosting a kickback, outing, or gathering to discuss your role in electoral politics, as the personal is political.
Step 4 - apply pressure
The days of Black women being everyone's mule are over. We are applying the necessary pressure to ensure we not only get the representation we deserve but also take what we deserve to live lives where we can fully thrive in peace.
Engage in discussions about community change.
Attend a community meeting.
Join a local committee or board.
Participate in an event or action.
Atlanta, GA
Important Dates for Voting:
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, October 6th
Early Voting: October 14-31st, including weekends
Absentee Voting: You must request an absentee ballot to receive one by mail.
Election Day In-Person Voting: Tuesday, November 4th
Run-off Election: Tuesday, December 3rd
Occurs when no candidate gets more than 50% of the vote.
Virginia
Important Dates for Voting:
General Election: November 4, 2025
Registration Deadlines:
By Mail: Monday, October 13, 2025
In Person: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Online: Monday, October 13, 2025
Absentee Voting: The absentee ballot must be postmarked by Election Day and be received by your local registrar by noon on the third day after the election to be counted.
Note: Election dates can be subject to change; always check with the Georgia Secretary of State’s website or Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections for the most up-to-date information.
New York City
Important Dates for Voting:
Change of Address Deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025
The Board of Elections (BOE) must receive changes of address for the General Election on this date.
Voter Registration Deadline: Saturday, October 25, 2025
The BOE must receive applications on the last day to be eligible to vote in the General Election.
Early Voting: Saturday, October 25, 2025 - Sunday, November 2, 2025
Vote by Mail Application Deadline (In-Person): Monday, November 3, 2025
Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Polls are open 6 am-9 pm. Find your polling location.