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National Poll Worker Recruitment Day: A Call to Action from Vet the Vote
At Vet the Vote, we’re dedicated to empowering veterans and military family members to engage in the electoral process, and National Poll Worker Recruitment Day provides a perfect opportunity for us to lead by example. Celebrated annually in August, this important day is dedicated to addressing a critical need in our voting system: ensuring every polling place is staffed with dedicated and trained poll workers.
A Legacy of Service
National Poll Worker Recruitment Day has its roots in the ongoing need for volunteers who can help maintain the integrity and efficiency of our elections. As the demands on our voting systems grow with advancing technology and increasing voter turnout, the role of poll workers becomes ever more crucial. This day was established to spotlight the essential role these volunteers play and to encourage citizens to step forward and lend their support.
How Veterans and Military Family Members Can Support
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Volunteer as a Poll Worker: Veterans and military family members have a unique skill set that makes them ideal candidates for poll worker positions. With your experience in organization, attention to detail, and commitment to service, you can help ensure that polling places operate smoothly on Election Day. Training is provided, and the role involves tasks like managing voter check-ins, assisting with voting equipment, and ensuring a fair and orderly voting process. In many cases poll workers get paid. By volunteering, you honor your commitment to service in a new and impactful way. SIGN UP TO SERVE NOW
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Champion the Cause: Use your voice and networks to spread the word about National Poll Worker Recruitment Day. Share information on social media, participate in community events, and talk to fellow veterans and military family members about the importance of serving as poll workers. Your advocacy can make a significant difference in encouraging others to take action and support our elections. CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT
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Support Recruitment Initiatives: Join us in supporting local election offices and organizations that are actively recruiting poll workers. Attend recruitment events, assist with informational campaigns, and help raise awareness in your community. Your efforts can bolster the recruitment drive and ensure that our polling places are well-staffed and prepared. LEARN MORE
By engaging with National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, veterans and military family members have an opportunity to continue their service to the nation in a vital and meaningful way. Whether you volunteer, spread the word, or support recruitment efforts, your participation helps uphold the integrity of the electoral process and ensures that every vote counts. Join us in making a difference on this important day and beyond.
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Vet the Vote is a national campaign to recruit veterans and military family members (VMF) to serve as poll workers and register to vote. The VtV coalition is composed of VMF service and engagement organizations and our partners, including the NFL.
VtV has recruited more than 138,000 VMF to work the polls.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/VtVHOME