As the landscape of voting rights continues to shift, this one-day symposium brings together scholars, policymakers, and advocates to explore critical developments in redistricting and representation. Panelist details will be released upon confirmation.
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Norma Hertzog Community Center, 1845 Park Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
Theme Highlights
The symposium will address key issues shaping the future of voting rights, including:
- Congressional redistricting developments
- The future of Section 2, particularly in light of the pending Louisiana v. Callais decision
- Gerrymandering and partisan map-drawing
- Defining and protecting communities of interest
- The evolving trajectory of federal and state voting-rights protections
