Imagining New Worlds
We’re not waiting for change. We’re leading it.
Imagining New Worlds is a Reproductive Justice leadership development cohort for Black women and folks who are organizing for liberation—starting in their communities. Over seven weeks, you'll connect with other emerging leaders, sharpen your advocacy skills, and learn how to turn policy into power.
Unlike our other leadership development cohorts, this cohort is INVITE ONLY. If you are interested, please fill out the interest form linked below.
Imagining New Worlds is a Reproductive Justice leadership development cohort for Black women and folks who are organizing for liberation—starting in their communities. Over seven weeks, you'll connect with other emerging leaders, sharpen your advocacy skills, and learn how to turn policy into power.
Unlike our other leadership development cohorts, this cohort is INVITE ONLY. If you are interested, please fill out the interest form linked below.
What is Imagining New Worlds?
Imagining New Worlds is a 7-week leadership development cohort by New Voices for Reproductive Justice that runs annually from summer through early fall. This immersive experience is rooted in Reproductive Justice (RJ) and explores its intersections with urban policy. Participants gain the language, tools, and training necessary to confront structural barriers rooted in anti-Blackness and misogynoir. From understanding systems of oppression to developing strong public testimony and statehouse advocacy skills, Imagining New Worlds prepares participants to build political power in their communities and lead with purpose.
What Will I Learn?
Each week of Imagining New Worlds builds your knowledge and advocacy toolkit—layering key concepts of Reproductive Justice with real-world political education. You’ll learn how systems of oppression operate, how policy shapes our lives, and how to use your voice to shift power through the following:
Week 1 – Reproductive Justice & Systems of Oppression
Week 2 – Understanding Policy: Demystifying the process & addressing misinformation
Week 3 – Policy & Daily Life: Analyzing how policies impact RJ communities
Week 4 – Narrative Strategy: Shifting culture through storytelling
Week 5 – Public Testimony & Advocacy: Building confidence and skill
Week 6 – Statehouse Advocacy 101: Putting it all into action
Week 7 – Ohio Advocacy Day: TENTATIVE October 15, 2025
Week 8 – Pennsylvania Advocacy Day: TENTATIVE October 22, 2025
What Will I Learn?
Each week of Imagining New Worlds builds your knowledge and advocacy toolkit—layering key concepts of Reproductive Justice with real-world political education. You’ll learn how systems of oppression operate, how policy shapes our lives, and how to use your voice to shift power through the following:
Week 1 – Reproductive Justice & Systems of Oppression
Week 2 – Understanding Policy: Demystifying the process & addressing misinformation
Week 3 – Policy & Daily Life: Analyzing how policies impact RJ communities
Week 4 – Narrative Strategy: Shifting culture through storytelling
Week 5 – Public Testimony & Advocacy: Building confidence and skill
Week 6 – Statehouse Advocacy 101: Putting it all into action
Week 7 – Ohio Advocacy Day: TENTATIVE October 15, 2025
Week 8 – Pennsylvania Advocacy Day: TENTATIVE October 22, 2025
We see community in all its forms
While not required, priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate active involvement in a community initiative. This can include a self-started project, volunteer or paid work, or a personal passion that uplifts and benefits your community. Your “community” might be where you live, your family network, or any group you identify with.
2025 Cohort Applications Are Open & INVITE ONLY!
Imagining New Worlds 2025 Cohort is now accepting applications!
Who Should Considering Applying?
Imagining New Worlds is open to Black women and folks who are older than 18 and have previous experience with New Voices programming.
Ideal participants are those who have engaged in–or are passionate about–Reproductive Justice issues as:
- Voter Engagement
- Black Maternal Health
- Environmental Justice & Community Beautification
- Queer and Trans Liberation
- Gender-Based Violence Prevention
Cohort Perks & Power Moves
- $500 stipend for showing up, speaking out, and doing the work
- Custom Imagining New Worlds gear to rep your role in the movement
- Policy tools, resources, and trainings rooted in Reproductive Justice (and built for real life)
- Sessions led by movement leaders and changemakers across PA and OH
- One-on-one guidance to help you find your voice—and your policy priorities
- A growing crew of Black Reproductive Justice (RJ) advocates, organizers, and future leaders you’ll want to build with
Imagining New Worlds is open to Black women and folks who are older than 18 and have previous experience with New Voices programming.
Ideal participants are those who have engaged in–or are passionate about–Reproductive Justice issues as:
- Voter Engagement
- Black Maternal Health
- Environmental Justice & Community Beautification
- Queer and Trans Liberation
- Gender-Based Violence Prevention
Cohort Perks & Power Moves
- $500 stipend for showing up, speaking out, and doing the work
- Custom Imagining New Worlds gear to rep your role in the movement
- Policy tools, resources, and trainings rooted in Reproductive Justice (and built for real life)
- Sessions led by movement leaders and changemakers across PA and OH
- One-on-one guidance to help you find your voice—and your policy priorities
- A growing crew of Black Reproductive Justice (RJ) advocates, organizers, and future leaders you’ll want to build with