VOTERS WITH DISABILITIES ACTIVATED
Power at the Polls
What’s Important to Us?
Our community is big, diverse, and pays attention to a wide range of issues. Like every other voter, we often care most about the policies that affect our everyday lives. Check out these videos on why we are passionate about everything from healthcare to social security to education to local issues.
A Good Fight
To make our voices heard and protect the advances we have made, Bernard plans to vote in the Georgia runoff elections and urges everyone who can to do the same.
Take Action and Vote!
We’d like to express our gratitude for their participation, and all of the individuals who contributed their stories, in our get out the vote video series.
Tell Us Your Voting Story
What motivates you to vote? Reach out to us to share your voting story!
Need help getting ready to vote?
No matter what state or territory you are in, we can help you register, learn your rights, and make a plan to vote. Find our member organization in your state or territory.
A Right to Participate
Our right to access as voters with disabilities is guaranteed by law. No matter how you need to vote, whether by mail or in person, it is our right to participate in the political process. Check out this video from our friends at Rooted in Rights on how to participate if you have an assistant.
LATEST IN VOTING
As Congress Passes Voting Reform, Disability Advocates Express Concern over Paper Ballots
Before H.R. 1 becomes the law of the land, the rights of voters with disabilities cannot be ignored.
NDRN Calls on Congress to Pass Legislation Protecting the Rights of Voters with Disabilities
NDRN’s letter addresses the barriers people with disabilities encounter while voting in America and the role of Congress to protect the rights of voters with disabilities.
Election Assistance Commission Voting Guidelines Fail Disability Community
The adopted VVSG 2.0 requirements do not ensure a private and independent ballot for all voters in a fully integrated experience that respects the dignity of the voter and the secrecy of the ballot.
