REV UP!NY & DRNY are celebrating National Voter Education Week! During the week of October 7 – 11, REV UP! NY and DRNY will host training sessions from 12 – 12:30PM to discuss a variety of voting related topics that impact voters with disabilities. You must register for each individual training session. Monday, October 7, 2024 @ Noon - Join us as we explore the history of voting rights for people with disabilities. We will discuss historical barriers, key legislative milestones, and the current legal protections and rights of voters with disabilities. Registration: https://drny-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApdu-tqDwsGNblrS-qHVrCgEiRCw34qooH Tuesday, October 8, 2024 @ Noon - In this workshop, attendees will learn about voting eligibility requirements in New York State, how to register, and important deadlines. Registration: https://drny-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtcOuupzsjHdEF5HJT5AatWWlXhT6-31Hu Wednesday, October 9, 2024 @ Noon - Are you interested in voting, but don’t know where to start? Join us as we talk about how to find out what will be on your ballot, ways to reliably research candidates and ballot proposals, and actionable steps you can take to prepare to get to the polls on Election Day. Registration: https://drny-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdOmqrjwrGtDkKuZhR54kqHX9G0qgvwZG Thursday, October 10, 2024 @ Noon - Did you know that there are many ways to cast your vote? In this workshop, we will learn about the various voting options available, including in-person, absentee, early mail, and accessible absentee, and factors to consider when deciding which option is best for you. Registration: https://drny-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kceChrD4oHNVJAidFry4O5juyXfFRCkaG. Friday, October 11, 2024 @ Noon - Join us as we learn different approaches to respond to barriers at the polls, including strategies for self-advocacy, the use of voter hotlines, and other complaint remedies. Registration: https://drny-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-isqz0sEt1mgPxVBSQzpsDcTM7Yn5Sc
All training sessions will have Closed Captioning and ASL. Please e-mail Helen Hellmuth with any questions, helen.hellmuth@drny.org.
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