Including People with Disabilities in the Voting Process

Everyone who is of voting age is strongly encouraged to exercise their constitutional right to vote. This right is one of the cornerstones of our American democracy. 

Local elections are happening in August and November and one of the issues that Pierce County GRO is addressing is inclusion of all eligible voters in the election process, including those with disabilities. Unfortunately, those with disabilities are often left out of the voting process. Therefore, Pierce County GRO wants you to know that there are resources available from the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition which is a non-partisan group that is collaborating with other disability advocacy organizations to assist those with disabilities who want to vote. Here is a list of upcoming events and some resources provided by the group that has adopted the catch phrase “Rev Up.”

REV UP for National Disability Voter Registration Week:

During the week of July 13-17^th you can join REV UP in empowering others with disabilities to get actively involved in the voting process. Phone banks, social media and other means of communicating messages can be powerful tools to encourage other persons with disabilities to vote. You can call the Hot Line at 844-347-8683 or email at info@disabilityvote.org.

July 14^th at 7pm: Voting Training with People First Wisconsin to REV UP the Vote:

You can join us in celebrating National Disability Voter Registration Week and receive helpful tips on how to increase voter registration by learning about absentee voting, voting rights and resources. Register with disabilityvote.org/

July 16 at 9 am: Statewide Press Event to Highlight National Disability Voter Registration Week:

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition will host a virtual conference. This is a golden opportunity to watch or hear a panel of advocates discuss how the Disability Vote Coalition is working on policies to eliminate barriers to voting. You will also view or hear stories from other voters with disabilities about the importance of increasing voter participation. Join us on Facebook Live

June 17^th Voter Training- Be Prepared for the August and November Election!

 For Living Well Wednesday, The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is teaming up with the Wisconsin Board for People with Disabilities (BPDD) for an information session on how to prepare for the upcoming elections on August 11^th and November 3^rd. This training will include ways to help you with registering to vote, absentee voting, understanding your rights and ensuring voter safety at your polling location.

You are welcome to invite your friends or colleagues to Living Well Wednesday on June 17^th at 11 am.

For a complete list of all the ways to get involved, visit WI Disability Vote Coalition.