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Welcome to the Shift

Join our movement and help us make a difference in our community.
The Power Shift is the Louisville Urban League's push to increase overall turnout by at least 3% and turn out 52,000 Black voters in Jefferson County, Kentucky. It is a people-powered movement to shift control of resources, safety, and opportunity back into the hands of the people most impacted by today's systems. To do that, we need you to commit to show up and vote! Complete the form and pledge to vote in November!
I pledge to be part of The Power Shift by voting in the 2026 elections.
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Check the boxes of the issues that are driving you to the polls.
The Power Shift is about collective power: I will bring ______ (number) friends/family members to the polls with me.
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Add Your Organization

Souls to the Polls is the local nonpartisan initiative within the Power Shift campaign that partners with community organizations and faith-based communities. We are asking organizations to engage with us in various activities and take actions, promote voter education, and activation.

Organizations can sign up by completing the information below to indicate their commitment to participate.

Join Us

Upcoming Events

Join us at our upcoming events and help make a difference in our community.
Breakdown the Ballot

Breakdown the Ballot

Virtual Event
Join the Louisville Urban League's Director of Policy and Justice Initiatives, Felicia Nu'Man, as she breaks down what to expect on your ballot from the US Senate down to local measures. Information provided will be specific to Jefferson County, KY, but is also applicable statewide. This will be a webinar format, and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions.  Click here to join the Zoom.
RSVP
Postcard Party for the Power Shift

Postcard Party for the Power Shift

The Louisville Urban League - 1535 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40203, USA
Join the Louisville Urban League's Power Shift as we handwrite postcards to our neighbors, encouraging them to get out and vote in this upcoming election! Please bring your favorite writing pen (we will have basic pens available as well) and some creative energy! Light refreshments and an uplifting environment will be provided. 
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Election Protection Volunteer Registration

Jefferson County, KY, USA
We are recruiting volunteers and training them to be nonpartisan poll monitors in priority counties across Kentucky. Training is provided through our partner, Our People Our Vote.
Register Here

Important Dates

Voter Registration Deadline

October 5, 2026

Request an Excused Mail-In Absentee Ballot

September 19 - October 20, 2026

Early, In-Person Excused Absentee Voting

Wed., Thurs., & Friday 10/21, 10/22, & 10/23

Mon., Tues., & Wednesday 10/26, 10/27, & 10/28

Early, In-Person Unexcused Voting

Thurs. 10/29 - Saturday 10/31

Election Day

November 3, 2026

Resources

Power Shift Resources

Check out these helpful campaign resources. Host your own voter registration drive, share information on your social media, join Election Protection efforts, and many more.

Check your voter registration status

Check your voter registration status

Power Shift Toolkit Guide

The Power Shift Toolkit
Learn how to do your own drive with our easy-to-use guide

Learn how to do your own drive with our easy-to-use guide
Build your personalized ballot

Build your personalized ballot

Find your Polling Place

Find your Polling Place
Civil Rights Restoration Status

Civil Rights Restoration Status
Check to see if you are eligible for an excused mail-in absentee ballot

Check to see if you are eligible for an excused mail-in absentee ballot
Request an excused mail-in absentee ballot

Request an excused mail-in absentee ballot

Register to vote by October 5th, 2026 at 4:00 PM EST

Register to vote by October 5th, 2026 at 4:00 PM EST
Early Voting Locations

Early Voting Locations
Volunteer as a Poll Monitor

Volunteer as a Poll Monitor
Listen Up!
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Listen Up!

The Listen Up! Podcast is the Louisville Urban League’s weekly podcast where we discuss hot topics and issues of Black people in Louisville, KY, and beyond. Each week, our hosts and guests break down subjects and examine solutions that work for everyone.

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