Supporting Young Voters: Youth Speak Out

Young voters have long had the lowest turnout rates in election after election. While many people may chalk up disparities to youth being less interested in civic engagement, there are actually many more factors at play. Campaigns, driven by win or lose, time bound agendas, contact young voters less frequently precisely because they lack a voting history. Young people are more likely to change residences each year, meaning they need to updated their registration more frequently. Limited civic education and a lack of trust in government also contributes to low turnout.

But nonprofits are trusted messengers that can support young voters as they navigate complicated registration processes and dispel common misconceptions about eligibility and the voting process. Join this webinar with Members of Opportunity Youth United and staff from CIRCLE who will share the findings from a youth-led study that resulted in a list of 10 recommendations for how to make voting a more accessible, positive experience for youth. 

All registrants will receive a recording of the webinar.

Register now.

Event Date(s): 
Thursday, September 12, 2019, 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost/Fee: 
Free
Location: 
Webinar
Anywhere, NC 00000
United States