Voter Registration Workshop

Voter Education & Outreach Division

DC Board of Elections

1015 Half Street SE, Suite 750

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 727-2525

www.dcboe.org

Lesson Overview

• Students will learn how to pre-register and register to vote using a voter registration application.

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• Students will learn how to plan and implement a peer-to-peer voter registration drive in their school or community.

About the District of Columbia

Board of Elections

• Non-partisan, independent agency of the District of Columbia government

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• Responsible for the administration of elections, ballot access, and voter registration

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• Structure

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• Location

What are the Requirements to Register to Vote in DC?

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• Be a United States Citizen

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• Be a resident of the District of Columbia

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• Not claim voting residence or the right to vote in another U.S. state or territory

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• Be at least 16 years old (to pre-register)

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• Not have been found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote

Non-Citizens Can Register to Vote in DC

To register as a non-citizen, you must:

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• Be at least 16 years old (to pre-register)

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• Maintain residency in the District of Columbia for at least 30 days prior to the election in which you intend to vote

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• Not claim voting residence or the right to vote in any state, territory or country

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• Not have been found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote

Who Can Register and Vote in DC Elections?

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• DC Residents

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• U.S. Citizens

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• Non-U.S. Citizens

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• 17 year olds, if they will be 18 by the November General Election

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• Incarcerated individuals

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• Returning/Re-Entry citizens

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• Homeless/Unhoused individuals

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How to Register to Vote in DC?

• Paper application

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Online application @ www.dcboe.org

• In person (1015 Half Street, SE Suite 750)

• Use the following QR Code:

Planning a Voter Registration Drive

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• Select a date and time (identify a rain date, if outdoors)

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• Choose a location (convenience and accessibility matters)

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• Secure tables and chairs

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• Gather supplies (clipboards, ink pens, paper clips, envelopes, etc.)

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• Obtain forms and documents (in English, Spanish and other languages)

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• Get “I Registered to Vote Today” stickers (a big hit with all voters)

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Providing Voter Registration Services

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• Work in shifts of at least two people

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• Assist individuals with forms

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• Share voter registration eligibility requirements (know who can complete forms)

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• Review forms (check forms before an individual walks away)

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• Place forms in an envelope or folder (protect personal and confidential information)

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• Thank individuals for registering (or for simply stopping by to ask questions)

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Snapshot of a Voter Registration Application

Promoting Your Voter Registration Drive

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• Find and download voter registration graphics for social media

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• Create a special hashtag for the drive

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• Design student-friendly flyers and posters

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• Distribute promotional flyers and place posters strategically in building

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• Request public announcements on day of event and during the drive

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Post-event Tasks

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• Review all voter registration applications (check for thoroughness)

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• Maintain final count of applications received and submitted

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• Do not make copies

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• Know the deadline for submitting forms (by the 21^st day before the next election)

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• Deliver all completed applications immediately to the Board (recommend hand delivery)

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• Provide updates to school community

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• Celebrate civic engagement in action

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How to Submit Voter Registration Applications?

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• Online

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• Mail

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• In Person

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Student Election Worker Program:�Learn and Earn

• Learn
• Gain an understanding
• Earn community service hours
• Build critical skills
• Develop new friendships
• Earn M-O-N-E-Y

Student Election Worker Positions

• Check-in Clerk

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• Ballot Clerk

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• Voter Assistance Clerk

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• Site Coordinator

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*four-hour mandatory training is required for all Election Workers

Online Student Election Worker Application

2024 Primary Election �Dates and Deadlines

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 – Primary Election

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Election Day Shifts for 16 and 17 year old students:

Morning (7 am – 3 pm) or Afternoon (11 am – 7 pm)

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Election Day Shifts for students 18 and older:

All Day (6 am – after polls close 8 pm or later)

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Any Questions?

DCBOE: Your Reliable Source for Voting Information

@vote4dc

Thank You

Email: outreach@dcboe.org

Telephone: (202) 727-2525

Website: www.dcboe.org

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