World betterment: why vote?
NSHSS is a nonpolitical, nonpartisan organization. This page provides educational resources to help encourage our members to participate in the democratic process. According to our recent Why Vote Survey, 83% of registered NSHSS members intended to vote, with the economy and healthcare being the primary issues respondents consider when choosing a presidential candidate. In response, we gathered information and resources that our members might need to fulfill their right to vote each election year successfully and in the years to come. See the full summary of the survey results below!
Your Voice Matters: Understanding the Power and Importance of Voting Webinar
Join vote.org and NSHSS scholarship winners for an enlightening and empowering webinar. In this interactive session, panelists will delve into the vital role voting plays in shaping our communities and influencing the policies that affect our daily lives. Whether you're a first-time voter or looking to deepen your knowledge, this webinar will equip you with the information and motivation to make your voice heard. Click below to register!
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Voter Awareness
Did you know the term "voter suppression" is the act of "discouraging or preventing specific groups of people from voting" as a strategy to influence the outcome of an election? Voter suppression disproportionately effects BIPOC and low-income households as compared to white voters.
To learn more about voter suppression, who it affects, who it benefits, and what you can do to help yourself and your community overcome voter suppression, check out these resources:
Voter Awareness Resources for Educators
NSHSS awards students who demonstrate an active commitment to spreading awareness and education on the importance of voting in their community.
Check out these impressive scholarship winners who are making an impact by spreading awareness and creating opportunities for civic engagement among their peers! Click each picture for more info on these students' community initiatives.
VoteRiders is a non-partisan, non-profit organization with a mission to ensure that all citizens are able to exercise their freedom to vote. VoteRiders informs and helps citizens to secure their voter ID as well as inspires and supports organizations, local volunteers, and communities to sustain voter ID education and assistance efforts.
Rock the Vote: "Rock the Vote is a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to building the political power of young people."
History: "In 1990, music executives founded Rock the Vote in response to the censorship of hip-hop and rap artists. Our first partnership, with MTV, promoted the message that 'Censorship is Un-American' and activated millions of young people across the country to exercise their rights and represent their interests. For 30 years, we have continuously adapted to the changing landscapes of media, technology and culture to breakthrough and empower each new generation."
- How to vote: take these steps as you prepare to vote!
- Get Involved: help educate others about voting
Vote.org: is a nonprofit organization that "uses technology to simplify political engagement, increase voter turnout, and strengthen American democracy."
- Voter Registration Rules: check the voter registration rules in your state
- Register to Vote
Take action for yourself, your family, and your community and get ready to vote in this year's election.
When We All Vote "is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that is on a mission to increase participation in every election and close the race and age voting gap by changing the culture around voting, harnessing grassroots energy, and through strategic partnerships to reach every American."
- Take Action: volunteer, donate, help students and parents register to vote, form a partnership, and more
- Attend an Event: get involved in voter awareness by attending an in-person or virtual event
- More Resources: get state-by-state voting info, register to vote, and more
For Students and Educators
With the help of Michelle Obama (Co-chair), When We All Vote is making schools across the nation hubs for vote registration! For more information and to get involved see resources below.
Your citizenship is the only credential you need to be a voter.
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