Black

Women

Lead

Black Women Organized for Political Action’s (BWOPA) mission is to activate, motivate, promote, support, and educate African-American women about the political process, encourage involvement, and to affirm our commitment to, and solving of, those problems affecting the African-American community.

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BWOPA

BWOPA’s primary goal is to educate, train, and involve as many African American women as possible in the political process. Today, BWOPA is a statewide 501c4 non-profit advocacy and membership organization.

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TILE

Committed to the recruitment, training and skills building, TILE provides programs to develop and incubate a generation of African-American women leaders, so that these women are represented at local and national decision-making tables.

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B-PAC

In our efforts to ensure we increase the number of Black women and allies in public leadership, BWOPA-PAC is firmly committed to providing financial support and guidance to our endorsed candidates throughout the state of California and beyond.

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Core Issues

Health

African-Americans continue to face elevated rates of chronic illnesses, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, obesity, HIV/AIDS, and cancer. Additionally, disparities persist in mental health, with higher instances of depression and substance abuse. Access to quality healthcare remains a challenge due to financial barriers and insufficient insurance coverage.

Education

Completion rates for high school and college among African-Americans still lag behind the general population. The concentration of African Americans in urban schools exacerbates the issue, as these educational institutions often suffer from inadequate resources.

Criminal Justice Reform

Disparities in incarceration rates persist, with African American youth and adults being more likely to be incarcerated compared to their white counterparts. Ongoing efforts in criminal justice reform are essential to address systemic issues and promote equality.

Economic Security/Jobs

The African American community continues to grapple with higher rates of poverty and unemployment compared to the general population. Entrepreneurship remains a challenge, as African Americans are less likely to own businesses, and there's limited access to job training programs. Initiatives focusing on economic empowerment and equal opportunities are crucial for addressing these disparities.