United Women of Color (UWOC)

United Women of Color (UWOC) is a nonprofit based in Huntsville, Alabama that empowers women and girls of color to become community leaders and changemakers. UWOC builds civic engagement through voter education, candidate forums, and public conversations on issues like policing, health, and economic equity​:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}​:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}. The group’s Citizens Coalition for Justice Reform convenes town hall meetings with local officials to demand transparency and reform in law enforcement. By hosting community dialogues and “listening tours,” UWOC ensures Black and Brown women’s voices are heard in policy decisions. Their grassroots approach – from mentoring youth to organizing virtual town halls – helps bridge understanding between marginalized residents and those in power. Learn more on the United Women of Color website.