BGV Collegiate Program

BGV Collegiate Program

BGV Collegiate Program

BGV Collegiate Program

about bgv
About BGV Collegiate
Our Focus
Collegiate Committee
Member Protocol
Financial Protocol
Instructional Videos
Testimonials
Pay National Dues

About BGV

Black Girls Vote (BGV) is a grassroots, nonpartisan organization created to represent the national and international concerns of women of color.

We seek to uplift and empower communities of color by educating and inspiring Women of Color to understand the public policy decisions affecting their families and communities.

We are dedicated to using our collective voice to transform areas where bias has the most profound impact on the lives of women of color.

BGV continues to cultivate a community of well-informed citizens in underserved communities to support policies that align with BGV’s strategic aims to:

– Advance Education
– Advance Economic Development
– Advance Quality Health care and improve outcomes

About BGV Collegiate

The Black Girls Vote Collegiate Program inspires student leaders by engaging their student body through peer-to-peer education on the electoral process and cultivating BGV’s mission, vision, and values on their campus. Our Collegiate members receive opportunities to refine public speaking and interpersonal skills through various campus outreach events while leading and creating impactful projects and programs specific to their community, local, and state government. We know our vote is our voice and we encourage black women to use our collective voice to support policies that benefit our communities and families.

Our Focus

The BGV Collegiate members play an important role in and out of the community they are located in. Below are four pillars that are core to each of our collegiate chapters as they engage students in contributing to the BGV mission.

Community Service

BGV Collegiate Chapters identify and address the needs in their local communities through volunteer efforts, voter engagement activities, and community-based initiatives that support the core values of Black Girls Vote.

Student Engagement

BGV Collegiate Chapters offer a variety of activities, events, and resources designed to foster community and belonging among students. In addition, they strive to create a vibrant and supportive campus culture that promotes academic success and personal development.

Voter Education

BGV Collegiate Chapters register and train Black women (and others) to vote. In addition, they seek to inform the community on why it is important to engage in the electoral process and educate their members and the public on candidates, policies, and issues that may impact them and their families.

Professional Development

BGV Collegiate Chapters prepare students for successful careers and leadership positions by providing them with a variety of resources (e.g., internships, mentorships, training sessions) and opportunities to develop key skills and competencies.

Meet the National Collegiate Committee

Now that you know who we are and our focus, we would like to introduce some of the committee members volunteering their time behind the scenes to support the creation and ongoing facilitation needs of each collegiate chapter. The impact we make will not be possible without these hardworking ladies.

Asya Brandt
Lead
abrandt@blackgirlsvote.com
BS in Journalism & Mass Communication, 2020

Anastasia Lowery
Co-Lead
alowery@blackgirlsvote.com
MBA & MS in Cybersecurity Policy, 2018

Kayla Jones
Finance Chair
kjones@blackgirlsvote.com
PhD in Public Policy & Economics, 2027

Neka Ducket-Randolph
Membership Chair
BA in Political Science & Philosophy, 2017

QuaAsia Robinson
Event/Communications Chair
MPH in Public Health, 2024
Kyra Harris
Mentorship Chair
MA in International Studies, 2025

BGV Collegiate Member Protocol

To be eligible to become a member of an active collegiate chapter, you must have or fulfill the following:

– Be a student at a University in good academic standing (2.5 GPA and above).

– Possess a willingness to demonstrate time and dedication to expanding the mission of Black Girls Vote on their University’s campus.

– Must pay dues in accordance with your chapter’s requirements.

To learn more about the general membership terms and conditions, please visit HERE. To pay for your national membership dues, visit HERE.

Financial Protocol

All revenues received and expenses incurred shall be in alignment with BGV, Inc. approved use and purpose in the furthering of its goals and mission. To learn more, please visit HERE.

 

BGV Chapter and National Dues

If you are a member of an on-campus chapter, you are required to pay the national collegiate ambassador membership dues to be considered active/in good standing. To learn more, click the image and for frequently asked questions, visit HERE.

Establishing a BGV Collegiate Chapter

BGV continues to grow and expand. If you are interested in starting a chapter on your campus, please click below to fill out the form.

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Stay Connected with BGV Chapters

American University

Bowie State University

Hampton University

Howard University

Morgan State University

North Carolina A&T State University

University of Maryland, College Park

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Testimonials

“Black Girls Vote means a lot to me personally because it was the first organization I joined on campus. BGV comforted me with the fact that they are truly committed to providing a difference. The environment is unmatched. Furthermore, BGV is important because it instills the community with the confidence to exercise their right to vote!”
Savanna Mack, Junior studying Bioengineering at North Carolina A&T

“Joining Black Girls Vote, I have experienced a tremendous amount of growth, passion for serving my community, and friendship. I am glad to be a part of an organization that has a passion for empowering women, and to have leadership who embodies the future.”
Makaela Dennis, Freshman studying Political Science at North Carolina A&T

“BGV has been an organization that gives young black women like myself the ability to educate peers on the importance of not only voting but how their voice can be heard. Since my freshman year, I have been a part of BGV; it’s an innovative organization that showcases the need for minorities to vote. Being surrounded by such black excellence I am able to grow as a person throughout my college journey.”
Heaven Wiley, Junior studying Human Nutrition at North Carolina A&T

“I joined BGV as a freshman at Morgan and since joining I have been flooded with opportunities, love, sisterhood, and an outlet to express my interest in politics and my desire to give back to the community. I hope to continue giving back to the organization and join as a member after graduating college in order to keep fulfilling the mission statement and to continue to uphold the 3 E’s.”
Michelle Spann, Sophomore studying Political Science at Morgan State University

“Black Girls Vote has been a way for me to politically identify with others, and given me a chance to share my knowledge. I’m so happy I joined and I love the work I do with my BGV sisters at Morgan and for the Baltimore community.”
Iyanna Taylor, Senior studying Elementary Education at Morgan State University

Upcoming Events

Dope Black Girls Brunch – August 2023
BGV Collegiate All-Hands Meeting – September 2023
BGV Collegiate All-Hands Meeting – November 2023
BGV Annual Ball – November 17, 2023

Collegiate Corner

Chapter Guide
Chapter Constitution
BGV Financial Protocol
Dues FAQs
Additional Funding Request
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About BGV Collegiate
Our Focus
Collegiate Committee
Member Protocol
Financial Protocol
Instructional Videos
Testimonials
Pay National Dues

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