The Equity Alliance

Not sure what’s next after high school? Whether you’re into entrepreneurship, trades, creative industries, or traditional careers, this panel is for you! Join us at Day on the Hill for our Building You Bag: Economic Empowerment Panel. Gain insight from industry leaders about what you can do to build your bag and prepare for a future that works for you. Lunch will be provided. RSVP and meet us on the Hill! https://bit.ly/DOTH-25 #EconomicPower #BuildYourFuture #DayOnTheHill

Our Day on the Hill kicks off with the Building Political Power Panel at 9 AM in Cordell Hull! This dynamic panel is designed for high school students and features five young changemakers who prove you're never too young to make an impact. From interning at the State Capitol to organizing for real change, these rising leaders show that your voice matters. This is your chance to learn, connect, and get inspired to shape the future. Don’t miss it! RSVP now and meet us on the Hill! ??https://bit.ly/DOTH-25 #PoliticalPower #NextGenLeaders #DayOnTheHill #YourVoiceMatters

Join us for The Equity Alliance and The Equity Alliance Fund for our annual Day on the Hill, where Black Tennesseans and allies come together to amplify our voices, discuss key issues, and influence policy at the State Capitol. Let’s shape a better future—your voice matters. Sign up today! https://lnkd.in/gUSBhb-S

?? The Equity Alliance 2024 Annual Report is Here! ?? This year, we mobilized, organized, and liberated like never before. From over 2.2 million voter contacts to empowering Black communities through advocacy, education, and cultural innovation, 2024 was a year of transformative impact. Check out our Annual Report to dive into the milestones we’ve reached and the lives we’ve touched across Tennessee. ?? And don’t miss the recap video featuring the highlights of our work—it’s a testament to what happens when people-centered power leads the way. Over 2.2 million voter contacts through phone banks, text campaigns, door knocks, and community events. Hosted 490+ voter registration events statewide, ensuring more Tennesseans had access to the ballot box. Graduated 25 LiberTEA Collective Libertators, doubling the program to cultivate the next generation of Black leaders. Provided $300,000+ in direct services, from financial literacy workshops to eliminating $170,000 in fines and fees for returning citizens. Released The BlackPrint Survey Results to advocate for equitable education, healthcare, housing, and reparations policies. And so much more! As we reflect on this impactful year, we’re excited to focus 2025 on building and cultivating new leaders, continuing our movement, and equipping changemakers to lead Tennessee into a more equitable future. ??? Save the Date: Join us for our annual Black on Buchanan Juneteenth Block Party on June 14, 2025—a celebration of freedom, culture, and community empowerment you won’t want to miss! Explore our 2024 Annual Report and watch our recap video to see how we’re turning passion into progress. Together, we can keep making change happen. ???? Read and Watch Now: https://lnkd.in/eMbSqfc2 #TheEquityAlliance #MobilizeOrganizeBuildPower #AnnualReport2024 #BlackLeadership #YearInReview ?? Together, we’re creating a more equitable future where Black communities thrive. ???? Watch the video and explore the report: https://lnkd.in/eMbSqfc2 #TheEquityAlliance #OrganizeMobilizeLiberate #AnnualReport2024 #BlackPoliticalPower #YearInReview

Justice can't exist without joy! Check out this video from our Director of Organizational Efficiency and Wellbeing, Antricia Gordon, about the revolutionary power of rest. This year, we prioritized wellness in all facets of our work by ensuring our TEAm had the financial, emotional, and communal support needed to thrive while advancing our mission. Our office will be closed for the remainder of the year to allow space for rest and reflection in preparation for the year ahead.

True to our reputation for creating intentional and impactful civic engagement opportunities, our #ShutUpAndVote Tour was a bold step forward. Together with DJ Crisis, we showed up where others often don’t—nightclubs, #HBCU tailgates, and community centers across Middle and West Tennessee—to empower those who’ve been excluded from the political process to feel seen, heard, and included in politics. Check out this video of our Director of Growth and Engagement, Jess Williams, and DJ Crisis as they describe how The Equity Alliance's signature combination of grassroots organizing with cultural innovation is central to the work of creating a more equitable and just Tennessee. #TheEquityAlliance #CommunityOrganizing #SocialChange #Innovation

The Equity Alliance's CEO, Tequila M Johnson, has just been featured in StyleBlueprint. In the recent article, Tequila talks about the work of The Equity Alliance, what drives her to create innovative and transformative events, and how these events support systemic change: “One of my favorite parts of this work is how we meet people where they are, whether it’s through the ‘Shut Up and Vote’ tour or our rights restoration efforts with returning citizens. It’s about making civic engagement accessible, relevant, and culturally resonant,” Tequila Johnson. Please join us in celebrating Tequila's bold vision and unwavering dedication to empowering our communities! Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/enpQF4t3 #Leadership #CommunityOrganizing #SocialChange

This year, The Equity Alliance led Tennessee’s largest voter mobilization program in a critical election year, mobilizing 2.2 million voter contacts and hosting 490+ voter registration events statewide. With over 300 boots on the ground and 1,500+ dedicated volunteers, we made sure Black Tennesseans’ voices were heard loud and clear. Our work went beyond the ballot box. We: ? Supported 59+ Black-owned businesses by patronizing them. ? Paid $170k+ toward fines for returning citizens. ? Delivered $300k+ in direct services to uplift our communities. All of this was powered by the relentless commitment of our TEAm, volunteers, and supporters like you. From national media recognition to community awards, empowering the next generation, and creating sustainable change, our work shined—and we’re just getting started. Together, we’re creating a Tennessee where we all have access to the power, knowledge, and resources needed to thrive. #TheEquityAlliance #CommunityEngagement #OrganizingImpact

In 2024, we deepened our impact in Nashville and Memphis while expanding our efforts to Murfreesboro and Clarksville. From restoring voting rights to hosting food drives, organizing community cleanups, and connecting neighbors with essential resources, our TEAm worked tirelessly to build power across the state. This year, we hosted over 400 events to engage and empower community members to actively participate in the political process. A special shoutout to Rachael Goodwin Spriggs, our Director of Power Building, and our Regional Organizing Managers for leading the charge and making this year’s impact possible. ???? Together, we’re empowering communities and driving change every day. #TheEquityAlliance #YearInReview #CommunityEmpowerment

This October, we gathered with community leaders for The Equity Alliance's Black Leaders Roundtable—an event dedicated to creating intentional, impactful conversations between community leaders and candidates for federal and state offices. Held in our North Nashville office, this roundtable replaced our usual Cocktails and Candidates to offer a more personal, direct space to engage around this General Election. The evening provided a unique platform for our community’s leaders to connect with candidates and dig deep into the campaign priorities and goals that matter most to us. As always, at The Equity Alliance, we remain committed to our mission: unapologetically building Black political and economic power by educating, empowering, and mobilizing our community to take action. With informed and empowered voices, we’re working toward a future where our government represents and advocates for all. With only five days until the General Election and another busy legislative season ahead of us, we have no choice but to keep the momentum going! Together, we’re building the change we wish to see. #TheEquityAlliance #CommunityEngagement #PoliticalPower