About this Event
Elections don’t happen in isolation. They shape policies, priorities, and resources that impact our everyday lives. As we approach the primaries, it’s critical to understand what’s really at stake.
Join Indiana Black Expo for the kickoff of our 2026 Community Learning Series, where we’ll break down how elections connect to real community outcomes—and how decisions are often made before voters ever cast a ballot.
This session will help you make sense of the bigger picture behind elections and empower you to engage more strategically in the process.
Event Details
- Format: Dinner Session
- Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM | Program: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: IBE Building (601 N. Shortridge Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46219, Door #3)
Panelists
- Julia Vaughn: Executive Director of Common Cause Indiana
- Karla Lopez Owens: Marion County Prosecutors Office
What you’ll learn
- How local and national elections shape issues like housing, education, and public safety
- Who influences what shows up on the ballot
- How candidates emerge and gain traction before Election Day
- Where and how communities can engage early—not just at the polls
Food is available for the first 100 attendees. Space is limited (150 max), so RSVP today—one ticket per person. Make sure to share this event with a friend!
About the IBE Community Learning Series
The 2026 IBE Community Learning Series is a six-part experience designed to help participants better understand civic power, policy, and community impact. Through engaging dinner and lunch conversations with local leaders and experts, each session explores how decisions are made, who holds influence, and how individuals can take action to create meaningful change.
What you’ll learn
- How local and national elections shape issues like housing, education, and public safety
- Who influences what shows up on the ballot
- How candidates emerge and gain traction before Election Day
- Where and how communities can engage early—not just at the polls
Food is available for the first 100 attendees. Space is limited (150 max), so RSVP today—one ticket per person. Make sure to share this event with a friend!
About the IBE Community Learning Series
The 2026 IBE Community Learning Series is a six-part experience designed to help participants better understand civic power, policy, and community impact. Through engaging dinner and lunch conversations with local leaders and experts, each session explores how decisions are made, who holds influence, and how individuals can take action to create meaningful change.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Indiana Black Expo Inc, 601 North Shortridge Road, Indianapolis, United States
USD 0.00
