Gridlock? No. Intentional divestment? Yes. Thank you @mrshardyfly.bsky.social  for this reality check. The government shutdown isn't what they're telling you it is. Watch to understand what's really going on.

“We’re trying to make sure that everyone truly has the most fundamental, guaranteed right in this country, which is the right to vote,” @joekennedyiii.bsky.social told The Mississippi Independent. msindy.org/p/kennedy-sc...

Groundwork Project founder, @joekennedyiii.bsky.social, joined the Irish Stew podcast to discuss peace, politics & public service. 

Happy Trans Flag Day! Today we honor the Transgender Pride Flag designed by Monica Helms. Light blue for boys, pink for girls, white for those who are transitioning, non-binary, or don't define themselves within the binary. Every stripe tells a story of courage and authenticity. 🏳️‍⚧️

no time for slowing down. Oklahomans deserve better so we have a responsibility to work harder, be more creative, develop stronger partnerships, be in the community everyday, focus on working class issues, raise more money, run more candidates, show up, etc etc etc. Video from Sarah Gray

Sixty years after President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law, today we are still fighting against attempts to disenfranchise voters.

The Groundwork blog is LIVE! Highlighting local organizers, sharing real lessons, and fighting for democracy in the places that need it most. https://groundworkproject.com/blog/

ICYMI: Over the weekend, Groundwork Project and Joe Kennedy were featured in the New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/26/us/politics/joe-kennedy-mississippi.html

Instead he has formed the @groundworkproject.bsky.social, a nonprofit that seeks to develop a network of grass roots resistance in four deep-red states — Mississippi, Alabama, Oklahoma and West Virginia — that have received little attention from left-leaning organizations.”

Throwback to this powerful conversation with Crystal Good from Black By God. Grateful for her work in shifting the narrative in West Virginia.

Eric Garner should still be alive today. No hashtag, no slogan, no plea for justice will ever be enough to undo what was taken. But we say his name anyway. The systems that killed him are still working as designed. And so are we. video from @NMAAHC

Alabama made history with two Black Congressional members elected for the first time, an achievement that deserves celebration especially after a federal court found the state legislature intentionally discriminated against Black voters.

Sneak peek of our convo with Tevin from Foundation for Liberating Minds.

Standing with the LGBTQ+ community today and every day. Happy #Pride from @joekennedyiii.bsky.social‬

me on hold with my senator’s office for the 5th time this week

NBA CHAMPIONS 🏆

Honoring the struggle, celebrating the freedom, and continuing the fight for justice.

I can't imagine being a parent of a queer kid right now, so we wanna make sure they're getting support as well. And we're gonna start a support group for trans adults, and have one specifically for legislative session every year for folks to talk through what it's like to see the policies happening.

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No matter if they try to take our rights to public hearings, or rights to be in public spaces, or discussed in public schools, there's not any getting rid of us, and we're gonna continue to be loud and foster those spaces where we do it together.

It’s here! The first week of The Organizing Accelerator 2025 kicks off today! Team Groundwork is Mississippi-bound to meet up with this year’s amazing cohort of fellows. Stay tuned for updates!

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

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SNEAK PEEK👀 Don’t miss this conversation with @joekennedyiii & the team behind Rock the Native Vote.  Tune in to hear how they are mobilizing Native voices and shaping the future.

A heartfelt thank you to @groundworkproject.bsky.social for helping sponsor our #LibertyGala. Your support will help us build a community that protects all Oklahomans. #ACLUOK #60years

Every student — no matter their zip code, income, or faith background — deserves access to a fully and fairly funded public education. That’s why we support the grassroots leaders and local coalitions like OKPLAC, who are fighting this battle where it matters most.

@joekennedyii and @iamcaramcclure break down why the #NotOnOurWatch boycott isn’t just a moment — it’s an economic movement rooted in Birmingham’s legacy of resistance.

Let’s be clear: gender-affirming care saves lives. Their move to block it is a deliberate, ideological attack on trans youth — not science. It’s cruelty dressed up as policy. Kids will suffer.

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Proud to support We Must Vote in the fight for voting rights across Mississippi! From registering neighbors to educating communities about local elections, their grassroots work is exactly how we build power.

RECAP: Joe Kennedy & Tahirih Osborne break down the brutal gaps in healthcare for incarcerated & formerly incarcerated folks.

Groundwork Founder Joe Kennedy and Tahirih Osborne from the Huntsville Bail Fund, a Groundwork Organizer Network partner, discuss policing practices and the work of addressing systemic inequities in the justice system.

At Groundwork Project, we couldn’t run our programs without the The Davis System! Their team brings: ✅ Deep field organizing experience that strengthens our programs ✅ Authentic community engagement strategies Thank you Errin, Anthony, & Davis System team!

Politicians pick their voters—not the other way around. Groundwork partner Andy Moore (Let's Fix This Oklahoma) on how gerrymandering destroys accountability and silences local voices. The movement to reform democracy is growing.

Applications now open for The Organizing Accelerator 2025! Apply by April 4 at https://www.theorganizingaccelerator.org/

Happy #TransDayOfVisibility! Today, and every day, let's celebrate the beauty of trans identities. You are loved, you are valid, and your existence is a gift.

The Organizing Accelerator trains & empowers grassroots organizers. Apply for the fellowship today! To find out more check out the website linked in our bio.

From the Deep South to the Plains and Appalachia, Groundwork Project is showing up in the places long ignored by national interests. Together, we’re building power where it matters most. #throwbackthursday #tbt

Billionaires are hoarding more wealth than entire countries while people can't afford to eat. The system is BROKEN. We don't need billionaires, we need real economic justice that puts people over profits.

Rural states like West Virginia are often the testing ground for federal legislation. What happens in WV doesn’t stay in WV—it impacts all of us.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN for the Organizing Accelerator 2025 cohort! Ready to take your organizing to the next level? This is your chance to join a community of passionate changemakers and amplify your impact. Apply at https://www.theorganizingaccelerator.org/

West Virginia’s 4th Annual Black Policy Day is ONE WEEK away! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement. Secure your spot now—register at the link in our bio!

Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the incredible women who are leading the charge to protect democracy and uplift their communities. Every day they show up, speak out, and fight for a better future.  Here’s to the women building change from the ground up 💪

We’re proud to support the RECH Foundation through our Mini-Grant program! Groundwork is honored to support RECH as they create meaningful opportunities for families and strengthen civic engagement in their community.

Oklahoma schools just want better funding and support, but Ryan Walters is too busy banning books and fighting imaginary problems. 💔 #PublicSchoolsWeek #PublicSchoolProud #oklaed

2025 is undoubtedly off to a tumultuous start, reinforcing our belief that the work we do here at Groundwork is more important than ever. (1/7)

Today we celebrate the birthday of queer feminist poet, Audre Lorde.

Sending love to the changemakers who are pouring their hearts into strengthening and uplifting our local communities ❤️

OKPLAC, a Groundwork Project partner, is fighting against the use of public money for religious charter schools. This Supreme Court case could weaken the Constitution’s separation of church and state, jeopardizing public education by creating inequality and favoring certain beliefs.

Today, we celebrate Freedom to Marry Day—a reminder of the progress we’ve made toward love and equality for all. As marriage equality faces renewed attacks across the country, we stand firm in defending the right of every individual to marry who they love.