The University of Colorado Denver’s Hip Hop Congress & fellow students will host its Students for Democracy Right Now event on Thursday, August 21st from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the Auraria Campus’ Tivoli Student Union’s Turnhalle

Students for Democracy Right Now is a student organized event that allows students, political grassroots organizations, and elected officials to network, share ideas, and to discuss issues affecting the lives of Americans. The event will provide an opportunity for young voters to actively engage in the political process and to learn how it impacts their lives and their communities.

Scheduled keynote speakers are Colorado State Representative Debbie Benefield, Terrance Carroll, and candidate for U.S. Senate, Mark Udall. The event will also feature Hakim Green of the Stop the Violence Movement and Morgan Wells on behalf of Hip Hop, representatives from student organizations, community development organizations and advocates, and a host of vendors and supporters. A wide range of topics will be discussed, including education, community service, and the importance of political participation

Students for Democracy Right Now is open to the public and is open to all ages.There will be opportunities to register to vote and opportunities to learn about various organizations around Colorado

The Tivoli Student Union is located at 900 Auraria Parkway in downtown Denver, CO on the Auraria Campus.

For additional information and to find out how you or your organization can get involved, contact Thomas Evans at 720-341-7499