Advocacy Works!

Founder & Policy specialist

Senator Connie Johnson

Senator Connie Johnson (Retired) served 33 years in the Oklahoma State Senate and is a nationally recognized advocate for justice and equity. Her leadership spans abolishing the death penalty, protecting reproductive rights, addressing environmental injustice, creating local and National Juneteenth platforms, expanding voting access, and advocating for veterans. She is the original author of Oklahoma’s Medical Cannabis law and is known for empowering citizens through education and organizing. Sen. Johnson made history as the first woman and Black person to secure a major-party U.S. Senate nomination in Oklahoma.

executive director

Jakky Lynette

Jakky Lynette is locally recognized for her administrative support in community advocacy. Her leadership in administrative support and community engagement ranges from Trinity Missionary Baptist Church in the early 2000's on through the Ashley Ranae Hamilton Foundation, Possibilities, Inc., Nappy Roots Books, and most popularly - the League of Women Voters of Oklahoma County where she participated in and authored several studies including studies on Healthcare and Criminal Justice Reform in Oklahoma. She is also the author of several self published children's and coming of age books catered towards engaging young black readers.

MISSION

Advocacy Works empowers people through education, training, and civic engagement to actively participate in the democratic process. Centered on equity and cultural competence, we amplify the voices of underserved communities while advocating for real public safety investments in housing, healthcare, education, and social supports. Through expert advocacy focused on children and families, criminal justice reform, and health and environmental policy, we work to create lasting change that truly keeps people safe.

vision

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

Advocacy Works will lead an annual Women’s March as a sustainable initiative linking Oklahoma to International Women’s Day. Our 'Crown of Distinction' Awards will be given to female leaders in Oklahoma.; as well as 'Torches of Legacy' to encourage the next generation of young ladies.

VOTER INFORMATION

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

Advocacy Works will prioritize voter information strategies over voter registration by hosting speaker engagement events featuring Senator Johnson, an experienced public servant and retired State Senator, to help Oklahomans better understand voting issues, public policy, and their civic power.

ADVOCACY CONNECTION

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

Advocacy Works will serve as a trusted advocacy connector: the go to hub where individuals can share their stories when they don’t know anywhere else to turn. We listen, we care, and will use our relationships to connect Oklahomans to the best fit resources.

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

Advocacy Works will host community gatherings, trainings, and workshops to equip Oklahomans to become advocates or volunteers themselves. Neighbor-to-neighbor engagement strengthens communities and creates care that truly keeps people safe.

Our Team

Founder & Policy specialist

Senator Connie Johnson

executive director

Jakky Lynette

MISSION

vision

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

VOTER INFORMATION

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

ANNUAL WOMEN'S MARCH

ADVOCACY CONNECTION

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

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