GET OUT THE VOTE

GET OUT THE VOTE

Stand with YWCA Berkeley/Oakland to do the work until injustice is rooted out, until institutions are transformed, until the world sees women, girls, and people of color the way we do: Equal. Powerful. Unstoppable.

Join A Movement That Unites

This Fall, Berkeley and Oakland unite for our 2024 Get Out the Vote initiative, focusing on empowering young, female-identifying, and gender queer voters. Our programming is working to increase accessibility to voter resources and center electoral engagement for young voters in Alameda County. Ready to make a difference? Join us and amplify your impact!

Discover, engage, and be inspired at our speaker events! Your voice matters – be heard as we serve proudly as a polling center, ensuring every eligible voter confidently casts their ballot.

Why does your vote matter? The decisions made this election will shape our future: from healthcare to social justice and beyond. Let's make transparency a priority and ensure everyone understands the process.

Program Highlights

This fall, our Get Out the Vote initiative engaged and empowered our community through accessible and fun voter education and registration efforts. Thanks to the incredible support of our partners, speakers, and organizers, here’s what we accomplished:

  • Over 1,000 community members educated, registered to vote, or voted at our polling center.

  • 300 tabling interactions across 7 events.

  • 10 voter registration workshops and 2 speaking events, reaching over 500 students at Oak Tech HS, Oak Unity HS, and Bayhill HS.

  • Voices of Change: Understanding CA Propositions Panel hosted with the League of Women Voters, featuring 35+ attendees and impactful discussions.

  • 475 Project Glimmer gifts distributed to inspire participants.

  • 250 QR code scans for online voter registration, sample ballots, and to find the nearest polling locations!

  • "Voices of Change: Understanding CA Propositions"

    Join us for our panel that provides valuable insight into the local and state propositions on the general election ballot, with a focus on empowering young voters to voice their opinions on the critical issues presented by the election.

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  • YWCA Polling Center

    YWCA is proud to be an accessible polling center for the upcoming election. Stop by and cast your vote!

  • YWomen Vote Townhall

    Provides a nonpartisan forum for the diverse, impactful opinions of young women, girls and nonbinary young people to influence national discourse and shape effective policy solutions as we approach the 2024 Presidential Election.

Voting is not just a civic duty; it's a powerful way to shape the future of our communities and country.

When You Vote…

  1. Your Voice Counts: Voting is your opportunity to express your opinion on issues that matter to you. It's a chance to contribute to the decision-making process and influence policies that affect your daily life.

  1. Impact on Policies and Laws: The elected officials make decisions on a wide range of issues—from healthcare and education to infrastructure and social justice. By voting, you have a say in who represents your interests and values.

  2. Representation Matters: Voting ensures that diverse voices are heard in our democracy. It's a way to support candidates who reflect your beliefs and backgrounds, helping to create a more inclusive government.

  3. Upholding Democracy: Participating in elections strengthens our democratic system. It ensures that leaders are chosen through fair and transparent processes, preserving the fundamental principles of democracy.

  4. Community Engagement: Voting encourages community engagement and solidarity. It shows that you care about the well-being of your community and are willing to take action to improve it.

  5. Long-term Impact: The decisions made by elected officials can have long-lasting effects on society. By voting, you contribute to shaping a future that aligns with your vision and values.

Voter Accessibility Reminders

The YWCA Berkeley/Oakland is an accessible Polling Center. Sign up for Voter Registration Assistance.