The Save Our HBCUs Campaign

Our Official Campaign Demands:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/185R8d57cCIC_2Aqv_BrrU25w7NDD1NkNWKocsxZolAI/edit?usp=sharing

Available Surveys:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lCzbza10XxmHDjE8gOMbg2I6TWm8KRWWPKRafjnHew0/edit?usp=sharing

Our Petition:

https://forms.gle/hynYVFhKuMnLMNZGA

Our Gofundme:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-our-hbcus-campaign?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer

Our Pitch Deck:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1KsZDs1UB6IoFqgowOpKG-3QoFgtIZsWjs1Ooo-SZYBM/edit?usp=sharing

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Campaign Goals

1. Policy and Institutional Changes:

   • Target: Secure 10 formal commitments from HBCUs to implement specific reforms (ie. improved mental health resources, revised school of business policies) by the end of the campaign period.

2. Legislative and Legal Actions:

   • Target: Advocate for and track the introduction of at least 2 legislative proposals or legal actions related to HBCU issues (e.g., funding equity, affirmative action) by the end of the campaign.

3. Student Support Programs:

   • Target: Facilitate the establishment or enhancement of 10 new student support programs at participating HBCUs, such as mental health initiatives or free speech policies, by the end of the campaign.

4. Increased Funding for HBCUs:

   • Target: Achieve a 10% increase in federal or state funding allocated to HBCUs as a direct result of the campaign's advocacy efforts.

5. Campaign Engagement:

   • Target: Increase social media engagement related to the campaign by 50%, including likes, shares, and comments, across platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

6. Campus Events and Protests:

   • Target: Successfully organize and execute 3 major campus events or protests, each with at least 200 participants, to raise awareness and advocate for HBCU issues.

7. Alumni and Community Support:

   • Target: Recruit at least 200 alumni and community members to actively support the campaign through advocacy, donations, or volunteer work.

8. Media Coverage:

   • Target: Obtain at least 20 media features or articles highlighting the campaign's impact and goals in local, regional, or national outlets.

9. Petition Signatures:

   • Target: Collect at least 1,000 signatures for the Save Our HBCUs petition, aimed at policy makers and institutional leaders.

10. Survey Results:

    • Target: Conduct surveys indicating that at least 60% of HBCU students and stakeholders believe the campaign has positively impacted discussions or actions regarding HBCU issues.