Revolutionizing Civic Engagement for the Next Generation
POGO is a non-partisan platform making politics personal, transparent, and easy to navigate—because civic engagement shouldn’t feel like a second job.
Why We’re Here ?
We get it—you're bogged down by misinformation and staying informed about elections, candidates, and policies takes time. We know traditional civic engagement tools don’t always meet voters [esp. young voters 🙄] where they are. That’s why we built POGO—to simplify the process, cut through the noise, and empower voters with clear, reliable information at their fingertips.
POGO is built for the generations on the go—giving you personalized election insights, candidate details, and tools to make your voice heard, beyond just presidential elections.
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Built by Voters, for Voters
POGO was founded with a simple idea: what if voting and civic engagement was as easy as swiping through your favorite apps?
We saw a gap—too much misinformation, relying on social media for news, overwhelming processes, and a lack of tools that meet young voters where they are. So, we created POGO to provide clear, transparent, and accessible election information in a way that fits into your life—not the other way around.
Who We Are
Our mission 🧱
POGO empowers the next generation of voters with a seamless, personalized, and engaging way to navigate elections. Our non-partisan mobile app simplifies election research, making it easy to discover candidates, track voting decisions, and stay informed year-round.
We’re bridging the gap between young voters and the political process—aligning campaigns, messaging, and polling with the future of civic engagement.
Our vision 👁️
We're building a future where civic engagement is a lifelong habit, not just an event—where young people feel empowered, informed, and connected to the decisions shaping their communities.
Our Pledge 🗣️
📢 No Noise, Just Facts
📍 Local + National Coverage
⚡ Easy, Fast, and Personal
Our Values ⚖️
Collaboration is key🔑
If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together -African Proverb
We work hand in hand with our team, community, and political organizations to create the informed future we envision.
People power fuels change ✊
Somewhere inside of all of us is the power to change the world - Roald Dahl
We empower action, because real impact starts with the community.
Fail Fast ⚡️
Progress requires learning.
We embrace mistakes, knowing that every failure is a step toward innovation and improvement.
Integrity drives us 🦅
Do the right thing. - Spike Lee Joint
We stay true to our mission, upholding social impact and community-centered values above all else.
Voters come first 🥇
Focus on the user and all else will follow.
Every product decision is data-driven and user-centered, ensuring we provide real value and solutions that matter.
The time is now ⏳
We are the ones we have been waiting for. - Alice Walker
POGO is building a movement—driven, motivated, and ready to create lasting change.
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Meet the team
Co-founder, CEO
Arabia is a designer, technologist, and entrepreneur using art and technology to drive social change. As Founder & CEO of POGO, she’s simplifying civic engagement for young voters. A TEDx speaker and alum of fellowships like Ford Philanthropy and Venture for America, she’s focused on increasing youth civic participation, starting in Detroit. With a dual degree in Computer Science and Studio Art from Smith College, her work blends innovation, art, design, and social impact to empower the next generation.
Co-founder, COO
Kye is an startup leader passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship. A 2021 Posse Scholar, she studied Economics and Ethnic Studies at Lawrence University, honing leadership and strategy skills. After joining Venture for America, she led six pitch competitions awarding $111K, facilitated VC Days securing $5M+ in seed investments, and developed a 10-week startup school for 100+ founders. Now as COO of POGO, Kye is dedicated to leveraging technology to make civic engagement more accessible and scaling the company to new heights.
Software Engineer
Paris is a seasoned technologist and entrepreneur with 13+ years of experience building and scaling innovative tech solutions. As CEO of his own tech company and acting CTO of POGO, he specializes in scalable system architecture, cloud infrastructure, and AI-driven technologies. Paris has led the development of high-performance platforms and real-time data systems used by thousands. A strategic leader and mentor, he excels at bridging technology and execution to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Our Advisors
U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, OCIO
Dana is a pioneer in civic design, applying decades of experience in banking, tech, and government to improve user experiences. As head of customer experience at DHS, she institutionalized human-centered design. She co-authored the Handbook of Usability Testing and edited the Field Guides to Ensuring Voter Intent, now in the Cooper Hewitt Museum. Her work shaped modern voting interfaces and accessibility standards. A former Harvard Kennedy School instructor and U.S. Digital Service member, she continues to drive innovation in service, policy, and process design at the federal level.
Black Tech Saturdays
Johnnie is an award-winning grassroots activist and tech entrepreneur with nearly 15 years of experience in social justice and organizing. He led voter registration efforts, founded MOSES’ youth organizing project, and won the 2015 Mario Savio Youth Activist Award. As Contract Director for UFCW Local 876, he helped unionize Michigan’s first marijuana dispensaries. In 2021, he founded EvenScore, merging his passion for community organizing with technology to drive civic engagement.
Plural Policy
Yemi is a former policy analyst turned product designer, she merges policy, technology, and design to drive social innovation. With over 10 years of experience in UX, business development, and branding, Yemi has worked with startups, nonprofits, and corporations to create user-focused solutions. At Plural Policy, she advances public participation through innovative technology, pushing the boundaries of creative problem-solving to design impactful, people-centered experiences.
Change Collective
Dexter is the Executive Director of the Change Collective at Civic Nation, a leadership network launched by President Barack Obama to combat civic disengagement and polarization. Previously, he led social impact and DEI strategy at Buzzer Technologies and served as Special Assistant to the President at the Kresge Foundation. His career spans roles at RISE, The White House, and the U.S. Senate. Dexter serves on the boards of the Detroit Opera and ISAIC and holds degrees from Georgetown University and the University of Michigan.
Powering Civic Engagement with Our Partners
We collaborate with government agencies, non-profits, and organizations to expand voter access and engagement. Want to partner with us? Let's connect.