Get paid to share your voice
Who We’re Looking For:
To participate, you must:
✅ Identify as a Black man, including Black men who identify as Latino
✅ Be between the ages of 30-50
✅ Consider yourself working class
✅ Did not vote for Kamala Harris in the last election
✅ Live in Georgia or North Carolina, preferably in a key swing area
✅ Have access to a phone, tablet, or computer for a video call
✅ Be in a quiet space, and willing to keep your video on for most of the session
✅ Be ready to engage, listen, and share openly
Your Privacy Matters:
This is a confidential conversation, and your responses will not be shared publicly.
Get Paid To Shape The Future.
✅ If selected, you’ll receive a $75 cash card after fully participating in the session.There may be opportunities for follow-up interviews or referrals.
We’re bringing together Black men, including Black men who identify as Latino, ages 30-50, working-class, from Georgia and North Carolina to huddle up, speak truth, and help shape the future of our communities and country.
What’s working? What’s not? What needs to change? Let’s talk about voting, leadership, and the policies that impact our daily lives—from local decisions to the White House.
This is a video conversation. You must have access to phone or computer, be in a quiet space, and actively engage. No silent observers.
Your city, ZIP code, and phone number will be verified before participation.
How It Works:
Sign Up: Fill out the short form below to tell us a little about yourself.
Get Verified: We will confirm your location, phone number, and commitment to participate.
Join the Huddle: Share your perspective in a confidential, small-group conversation.
Get Paid: Receive your $75 cash card as a thank-you for your time.
Time Commitment: 60 minutes
Sign Up
f.a.qs:
How do I know if I qualify?
We are specifically looking for Black men, including Black men who identify as Latino, ages 30-50, working class, in key areas of GA and NC. We will verify your ZIP code and phone number before participation.
How long will this take?
The discussion will last 60 minutes. We respect your time and want to make sure everyone gets a chance to share their perspective.
Do I have to keep my video on?
Yes. We want this to feel like a real conversation, and seeing each other fosters connection and engagement.
Will I really get paid?
Yes! If selected and you actively participate for the full session, you will receive a $75 cash card as a thank-you for your time.
Is this conversation private?
Yes. This is a confidential discussion, and your responses will not be shared publicly.
How do you verify participants?
✔️ You will receive an email with the next steps.
✔️ If needed, we may ask for a social media handle or photo ID (optional but encouraged).
How will I know if I’m selected?
After you sign up, we will review applications and reach out to those selected with next steps, including details on how to join the video conversation.
Want to know about the founder and facilitator of Huddle Up? Check him out here.
Who is organizing this?
This initiative is a personal effort—funded from my own savings and earnings—driven by a deep commitment to listening, learning, and amplifying the voices of Black and Latino men in key communities. Our goal is to understand their perspectives on leadership, voting, and the issues that shape their lives.
While this effort is independent and nonpartisan, it is supported by movement-aligned organizations, leaders, and individuals who believe that winning in the long run means bringing more working-class Black and Latino men back into the coalition.
The insights gathered will build intentional community and help inform strategies that better connect with and mobilize our communities.
About
My name is Emmanuel Caicedo. I’m an experienced organizer and consultant with a deep background in political strategy, movement building, and voter engagement. My work has always been about making sure that working class Black and Latino communities—like the ones I come from—have a real voice in shaping the future.
Born in Colombia, raised in working-class Brooklyn, and now somehow building a life with my beautiful family in DC—fully American, embracing every part of me. Just trying to do my part.
If you have any questions about the project, feel free to reach out.
What to support this work? Donate here.
Black Men’s Voter Turnout in 2024:
What Happened?
The numbers tell a story: Black men didn’t turn out to vote in 2024 at the levels needed to make an impact. Here’s what we know:
Lower Turnout in Key States
Georgia: Early reports show fewer young Black men returned to vote compared to 2020. Among Black men under 50 who voted in 2020, only 71% came back in 2024, compared to 81% of young White men. (Brennan Center)
North Carolina: Black voter turnout dropped from 19% in 2020 to 18% in 2024, according to official state data. Meanwhile, White voter turnout stood at 78.2%, while Black turnout lagged at 66.0%. (NC State Board of Elections)
A Shift in Support
In 2020, 87% of Black men voted for Biden. In 2024, 74% of Black men voted for Harris, with more Black men either staying home or voting Republican than in previous elections. (AP News)
Why Does This Matter?
When fewer Black men vote, our priorities get ignored. Political leaders and policies are shaped without our voices in the room.