PoliChic Texas Honored Seventeen Women
The annual Bravery Brunch recognized community leaders for their contributions to voter education and advocacy.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Civic Engagement
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PoliChic Texas honored seventeen women at the annual Bravery Brunch held in San Antonio. The event recognized recipients for their ongoing work in voter education and advocacy.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the efforts of local leaders in mobilizing communities across Texas. By celebrating these contributions, the organization reinforces the role of civic engagement in state politics.
Seventeen women were honored at the ceremony, which was hosted by an organization that maintains active civic engagement clubs in 98 of the 254 counties in Texas.
The players
PoliChic Texas
This is a nonprofit organization that operates civic engagement clubs across various Texas counties.
Gina Ortiz Jones
She served as the keynote speaker for the annual Bravery Brunch.
Opal Lee
A 99-year-old activist recognized for her role as the Grandmother of Juneteenth.
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
She was one of the seventeen women honored for advocacy at the event.
The details
The ceremony took place at the Omni La Mansión del Rio and featured keynote speaker Gina Ortiz Jones. Among those recognized were Barbara Gervin-Hawkins and 99-year-old Opal Lee, the latter of whom was honored as the Grandmother of Juneteenth.
Timeline
September 19, 2026: The Bravery Brunch took place at the Omni La Mansión del Rio.
Political Context
Some conservative advocacy groups have expressed skepticism regarding non-partisan outreach efforts, arguing they often prioritize mobilization strategies that lean toward specific demographics. These critics contend that such organizations should focus strictly on administrative transparency rather than community-based advocacy.
Residents may see an increase in local outreach activities as these civic clubs expand their presence within the county. This could lead to more frequent opportunities for voter education sessions and community advocacy meetings.
The takeaway
Supporting local advocacy groups can provide citizens with more direct paths to participating in the democratic process. Engaging with these organizations often serves as the most effective method for residents to influence local policy and voter turnout.
Further reading
Find more local updates on Civic Engagement efforts in the area.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Texas Public Radio.
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