Weekly Roundup - Dec. 2, 2025 - Dare to Dream:  Building the Virginia We Deserve
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Dear ,

 A few days ago, I rewatched Tomorrowland, the George Clooney film I hadn't loved the first time around. I'm so glad I gave it another chance because this time, its message hit differently.

The movie centers on a machine that predicts the future, projecting devastating images of humanity's end. Yet one young woman refuses to accept this fate. Despite the machine's relentless visions of catastrophe, she dares to keep hoping and dreaming of a different outcome. Her refusal to let those predictions dictate reality becomes powerful enough to set the world on a new path.
We hold that same kind of power at VICPP.

Right now, we're navigating a challenging and rapidly shifting political landscape while many Virginians face serious financial strain. This makes our work more critical than ever. We must expand our reach, engage more people, and mobilize broader advocacy for just policies.

Our small but mighty team works tirelessly, daring to dream of a Virginia where all people can thrive; a Virginia defined by economic, racial, and social justice for everyone. But we can't build that future alone. We need your support to make this vision a reality.

Will you make a gift today to fuel our work for justice?
Your contribution, whether $50, $100, $250, or whatever is meaningful to you, directly supports our organizing efforts, leadership development programs, and legislative advocacy. Every dollar helps us educate more faith communities, mobilize more voters, and fight for policies that create a more just Virginia for all.
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On this Giving Tuesday, we're grateful for your partnership. Together, we're building the Virginia we all deserve.

Yours in Solidarity, 

Keisha  

Rev. Dr. LaKeisha Cook 
Executive Director 

 
Upcoming Events  
 
December Virtual Learning Sessions 

Get ready to be an effective advocate! Join us for three powerful virtual training sessions in December. All sessions begin at 6:00 pm. These sessions are designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills you need to be an effective voice for justice. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or taking your first steps, there's something valuable for everyone.

TONIGHT General Assembly Preview: December 2

Discover our priority bills and what to expect in the upcoming session.






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Tax Policy 101: December 9

Join Rodrigo Soto from The Commonwealth Institute to explore how the faith community can champion tax policies that ensure corporations and the wealthy contribute their fair share.

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Advocacy 101: December 18

New to advocacy? This beginner-friendly session will equip you with essential tools to track legislation and confidently navigate the General Assembly session. 

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Thurs. Dec. 4 6:00 pm Virtual
Tenant Advisory Meeting  

Allies for Housing Action (AHA) is a coalition that uses organizing, education, research, and advocacy tools to empower tenants and their allies to build a Commonwealth where all Virginians can access fair, high-quality, and affordable housing of their choice.

Do you rent your house? Our coalition partners at Allies for Housing Action are working for tenant rights, and we want to make sure the impacted community shapes the bills we advocate in 2026. Join us via Zoom on December 4. 

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Mon. Dec. 8 7:00 pm Virtual
Southwest Va Chapter Meeting 

We’re relaunching the Southwest Virginia Chapter, and this is your chance to help shape its future!

For this chapter, we’re defining Southwest Virginia (SWVA) as the region stretching from Lynchburg to the westernmost part of Virginia. While we hope to one day see individual chapters for all SWVA cities, for now, we’ll come together as one united chapter representing communities across the region.

Join us for a virtual meeting to share your ideas, priorities, and vision for what we can accomplish together in SWVA!

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Wed. Jan. 21, 2026 7:30am - 3:00pm 
Day For All People

Join us at Centenary United Methodist Church (411 E Grace St, Richmond, VA) for our annual Day for All People! This full-day advocacy event brings together communities of faith and justice from across Virginia to meet with legislators and speak out on key issues like environmental justice, affordable housing, health care, and higher education in prison.

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Interested in sponsoring the event as an individual or organization? Email our Development Manager, Tania, to learn more and request a sponsorship packet. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to make your voice heard!

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Thurs. Feb. 12, 2026
Student Day Of Action 

Join us for a powerful day of advocacy, learning, and action! This event is designed to equip students with the tools to make real change in Virginia.

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Thank You to Our Sponsors
 

We are deeply grateful to our incredible sponsors for making Day for All People possible. Your support helps us bring communities together, amplify voices, and create meaningful change.

Learn more about each of our sponsors below, we encourage you to check out the amazing work they do!

 
Butler Curwood, PLC

Butler Curwood represents individuals and groups of employees in all matters related to employment law, including discrimination, sexual harassment, overtime, retaliation and whistleblower claims. To learn more about Butler Curwood click here.

 
Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF)

The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Virginia (CBF) is a vibrant Christian network uniting churches and individuals to share the Gospel and live out faith through action. Their mission spans local and global engagement, promoting peace, justice, and compassion. To learn more about cbf click here.

 
Hodges Partnership

The Hodges Partnership is a full-service PR agency based in Richmond, Virginia that helps you reach the right people at the right time. To learn more about Hodges Partnership, click here.

 
IT4Causes

IT4Causes has been VICPP’s technology partner since 2017, and is proud to sponsor the Day For All People. IT4Causes is a nonprofit that provides technology consulting, projects, and support to other nonprofits including congregations, using a mix of paid staff, volunteers, and interns to radically reduce IT costs compared to commercial firms. To learn more about IT4Causes, click here.

 
News Stories About Our Issues
 
Hospitals Gave Patients Meds During Childbirth, Then Reported Them For Positive Drug Tests

The Marshall Project
Dec. 11, 2024
By, Shoshana Walter

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Virginia's tough rules for felons to regain their voting rights could soon be changing 

NPR
Nov. 24, 2025
By, Dean Mirshahi

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racial, and social justice in Virginia’s policies and practices
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