Poder Latinx hosts voter registration event in observance of Cesar Chavez Day

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Poder Latinx, a voter engagement organization, hosted a voter registration drive and canvassing Monday.

The organization hosted the day in observance of National Day of Action, a day to honor Cesar Chavez's legacy.

The event was held at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg campus.

Representatives from Texas Rising were also in attendance.

"As we celebrate Cesar Chvez's fight for justice, we reaffirm our commitment to empowering Latinx communities through political participation in immigrant rights, economic justice, and climate advocacy," the organization stated.

"Local elections play a pivotal role in shaping policies that impact Latino families from education and public safety to housing and community services. Yet, voter turnout remains disproportionately low. This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by equipping Latinx voters with the knowledge and tools to engage in upcoming elections that will directly shape our communities," said Yadira Sanchez, Executive Director of Poder Latinx.