The 3rd Annual Black Policy Day is coming back to the Capitol on February 7, 2024.

Black Policy Day was established in 2022 by Crystal Good (Black By God), Katonya Hart (Partnerships for the Arts & Education), and Dr. Shanequa Smith (WV Black Voter Impact Initiative) who shared a vision of creating space for historically oppressed and ignored groups to amplify their stories and participate in the policymaking process.

On Black Policy Day, we welcome all to visit the Capitol to engage with our state leaders, discuss the issues that are most impacting Black and minority communities, and learn how to take action to make impacts in our communities.

Join us for breakfast at the State Capitol starting at 8:30am to engage with our lawmakers, followed by information about current opportunities and resources. The afternoon will include a youth-centered lunch event with accompanying activities. Childcare is available all day.

Throughout the day, there will be opportunities to engage in meetings with lawmakers, space for vendors and tabling opportunities, youth activities, and much more. Some of the events that day will include an option for virtual participation via a live stream

Our first two events were highly impactful! Read the 2022 event highlights reported by Black by God here, and watch a short clip covering our 2023 event here! Check out our website blackpolicydaywv.org for more information.

Black Policy Day 2024

By Black Policy Day (Fiscally Sponsored by ACLU-WV)

Black Policy Day 2024

Join us for breakfast on February 7, 2024!