More Voices, Stronger Democracy: 50th Anniversary of Section 203 Summit at California Endowment – Sacramento, CA

More Voices, Stronger Democracy:

50th Anniversary of Section 203 Summit

August 26, 2025

9 AM – 4 PM

This is a special in-person event marking the 50th anniversary of Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act. The full-day, in-person summit features engaging conversations with panelists and advocates working to expand language access at the ballot box, and we are excited to welcome the California Secretary of State, Dr. Shirley Weber; and Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra!

The summit will take place at the California Endowment, a beautiful venue in the heart of Sacramento, CA. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event will be followed by a cocktail reception — more details to come.

TICKET INFORMATION

$55.20 Each ($50 plus taxes & fees)

Attendees must have a ticket to be admitted.

Scholarships: Free or discounted tickets and transportation reimbursement up to a certain amount are available for those who wish to attend the in-person summit but may not be able to cover the fees. If you would like to apply for a ticket and/or travel, please complete the application form.

Note: Scholarships are subject to the availability of funds, awarded based on need, and are first come, first served.

SPONSORSHIPS

This event is made possible by the generous support of the Evelyn & Walter Haas Jr. Fund.

Our committee continues to fundraise to provide scholarships for attendees who may need financial assistance. If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact megan@everydayimpactconsulting.com.

PARKING INFORMATION

The venue does not have private parking. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis across the street at the Capitol Centre parking garage or the Capitol Garage for an hourly fee. Additional parking may also be found in surrounding buildings or on the street for an hourly fee. We recommend using Sac RT public transit, ride share, or downloading the Park Mobile app for easy street parking payment.

• Capitol Centre Garage – 1550 K Street, Sacramento, CA
• Capitol Garage – 1500 K Street, Sacramento, CA

HOTEL INFORMATION (Monday, 8/25 to Tuesday, 8/26 only)

The event committee has partnered with the Sheraton Grand and the Hyatt Regency in Sacramento to hold room blocks at special discounted rates while they last. MUST BOOK BY AUGUST 4 to receive the room block rate.

The Sheraton Grand Hotel – Use this booking link

1230 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 447-1700

The Hyatt Regency Hotel – Use this booking link

1209 L St, Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 443-1234

This event is hosted by ACLU SoCal, Asian Law Caucus, California Common Cause, PANA, and the California Language Access Workgroup. It’s made possible by the Evelyn & Walter Haas Jr. Fund.