Sojourn Strategies

Sojourn Strategies Consulting firm leading and supporting our clients in developing and executing innovative and high impact social justice campaigns, programs, and research.

Sixty-one years ago today, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law — striking down the literacy tests, intimid...
08/06/2026

Sixty-one years ago today, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law — striking down the literacy tests, intimidation, and barriers that had shut Black Americans out of the ballot box for generations, and becoming the backbone of a multiracial democracy.

That protection has been unraveling. In 2013, Shelby County v. Holder struck down the VRA’s preclearance shield. This spring, the Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais went further — gutting Section 2, the law’s core defense against racial discrimination in voting.

Justice Kagan warned the decision leaves Section 2 “all but a dead letter.”

The fight for an equitable and true multiracial democracy continues. And it is ours to carry forward.

Re-engaging the 85 million Americans who’ve nearly checked out of voting isn’t a quick fix — it takes deep relational wo...
07/27/2026

Re-engaging the 85 million Americans who’ve nearly checked out of voting isn’t a quick fix — it takes deep relational work. But it’s a strategic, necessary investment if we’re serious about strengthening our democracy.

Despite growing disillusionment and declining trust, our latest research found real opportunity for engagement. In a national multiracial study, conducted in partnership with the Democracy & Power Innovation Fund, we found that 58% of the disaffected want to feel more connected to community.

And while they’re less likely to vote, they’re as civically engaged as everyone else on other measures.

The path back in? Rebuilding trust and building belonging.

Our founder Dr. Katrina Gamble and Julie Fernandes make the case in a new op-ed for The Guardian US . Read it — link in bio and stories 🔗

DisaffectedElectorate

06/29/2026

Our innovative Black Values Clusters Research offers a deeper understanding of the Black electorate, empowering partners like POWER to sharpen their messaging and strengthen their organizing programs.

We don’t just conduct research; we ask the vital, often overlooked questions. This curiosity led us to pioneer this first-in-the-nation research specifically focused on understanding the diverse types of Black voters.

Our dedication to the communities we serve shows up in how we lead our work.

Ready to see how this transformative research can revolutionize your approach? Explore our website in our bio to learn more about our services.

Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a testament to the resilience and brilliance of our ancestors.This ...
06/19/2026

Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a testament to the resilience and brilliance of our ancestors.

This day is about liberation. About freedom, not as something that was handed down, but as something that has to be built, lived, and protected.

The freedom fighters we honor today understood that. They didn’t just want to be free. They wanted economic dignity, to govern, to shape the future of the communities they loved.

As we reflect today, we ask: What does liberation really mean? What does it demand of us?

For us at Sojourn, it demands ongoing commitment to voting rights, to civic power, to the organizing that makes freedom real. To joy as a radical act, and to a future centered on equity and belonging.

To our ancestors, to our community, to the work — Happy Juneteenth. ✊🏾✨

Decades of broken promises have left many voters disillusioned with politics and elections — driving large segments of t...
06/02/2026

Decades of broken promises have left many voters disillusioned with politics and elections — driving large segments of the electorate to disengage entirely.

Join us at for a can’t-miss session moderated by our CEO, Katrina Gamble (), where we’ll share new national multiracial research on the disaffected electorate. Plus, hear from dynamic organizers at POWER Interfaith ), Make the Road NV (), NCAAT (), and Georgia Alliance () on how they’re building trust and belonging to bring people into political homes.

Yesterday’s Supreme Court ruling struck down a fairly drawn, majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana and furt...
04/30/2026

Yesterday’s Supreme Court ruling struck down a fairly drawn, majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana and further hollowed out safeguards from the Voting Rights Act that have protected voters for more than sixty years.

This shameful decision clears the path for states to gerrymander districts to suppress Black and brown political power, while making it harder to challenge racially discriminatory voting laws and practices at the federal level.

As states like Florida and Mississippi redraw their maps, this decision could lead to a significant loss of majority-Black districts, hitting hardest in the South.

But our movement partners are on the ground and organizing communities to respond strategically and powerfully. Follow , , and for updates and ways to stay in the fight to protect our vote.

04/17/2026

April is Second Chance Month, and we can’t think of a better way to honor it than by looking back at the movement-led victory in Minnesota that restored voting rights to over 55,000 people. 🗳️✨

While we were honored to play a part, the real magic happened because of the relentless leadership of justice-impacted organizers and visionary partners at the MN Restore the Vote Coalition.

In this clip, Wintana Melekin, founder of The Groundwork Institute, reflects on the collaboration that helped pass the MN Restore the Vote Act.

Second Chance Month reminds us that a past conviction shouldn’t mean a lifetime of exclusion. When we follow the lead of those closest to the struggle, we don’t just pass laws—we heal communities and strengthen democracy for everyone. ✊🏾

It’s time to check out the primary elections coming up in May! ✨If you live in a state with an upcoming May primary, mak...
04/01/2026

It’s time to check out the primary elections coming up in May! ✨

If you live in a state with an upcoming May primary, make a plan to vote, and encourage someone in your circle to do the same. Participation is one of the most powerful ways to stand up for what we believe in and determine the future of our democracy. 🗳️✊

Swipe left and check your voter registration, find your state’s primary dates, and other useful resources.

Share this with someone who needs to see it, and let’s go !

As our Program Manager of Campaigns, Stesha DeRouen, reminds us:Belonging is the key to moving beyond survival mode and ...
03/30/2026

As our Program Manager of Campaigns, Stesha DeRouen, reminds us:

Belonging is the key to moving beyond survival mode and unlocking a safe space for personal growth. 🌱

Belonging isn’t just a feel-good concept. It’s foundational to building stronger civic spaces where people feel seen, valued, and empowered to participate.

When people experience belonging, they’re able to move from surviving to shaping the future of their communities.

Interested in learning how to cultivate belonging in civic spaces?

Visit the link in our bio and story.

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