The Movement

Front Porch Research Strategy is a community-based participatory research institute co-led by Deon Haywood and Dr. Mary Frances Berry, dedicated to addressing social issues through collaborative efforts. The founding team includes experts with extensive backgrounds in health, activism, and social justice, focusing on empowering marginalized communities in the South. Among its key members are Shaquita Borden, Laura McTighe, Melinda Chateauvert, and Ashley Bernal, each bringing a wealth of experience in health promotion, grassroots organizing, and policy advocacy. Together, they aim to collaboratively understand and address the structural drivers of health disparities and advocate for the social, economic, and political representation of marginalized groups. Generated from the website

Young People Vote is a community organization based in New Orleans, LA that focuses on engaging and empowering young individuals to participate in the voting process. Through various initiatives and events, Young People Vote aims to educate and mobilize the youth population to make informed decisions and have their voices heard in local and national elections. Generated from their business information