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Try it out at home!
Try it out at home!
You've conquered texting voters. You've read the articles, watched the videos and listened to the experts.
Move to the next level: bring your newly refined skills to upgrade democracy right in your town! Pick some activities and Do Democracy!
Note- these are sample activities- there are many more out there and we look forward to hearing what you decide to do in our weekly discussion!
ACTIVITY:
ACTIVITY:
Read about Rock the Vote's Democracy Class: a free, nonpartisan curriculum that educates high school students about the importance and history of voting and pre-registers and registers them to vote.
Partner with a local high school educator to teach a one-period lesson (or add additional modules to teach young people about modern-day voting rights, the importance of local elections, and how their vote can impact issues that affect their communities.)
ACTIVITY:
ACTIVITY:
Find out what classes your local government offers (ex: Government 101) and take it! If they don't offer one, figure out who to pressure!
ACTIVITY:
ACTIVITY:
Learn about your state laws for time off to vote.
Check in with your employer- are they following these laws? Advertising the options? Become an advocate.
ACTIVITY:
ACTIVITY:
Find out if your state has early voting.
If they don't, find the local group working on expanding voting.
Examining Privilege
Examining Privilege
REVIEW:
REVIEW:
Opportunities for White People in the Fight for Racial Justice
(note: this framework can be used wherever we find ourselves fighting for justice)
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
What activities will you take on?
Who are the movers and shakers you will need to reach out to?
What groups- either formal or informal- can help turn your ideas into action?
[EXAMINING PRIVILEGE] Where do you find yourself now- Actor, Ally or Accomplice? How can you move to the next A-Level?
EXTRA READING
EXTRA READING
Need more? Start with some ways to get involved with Indivisible's Resource list
ACTIVITY: Answer voting questions: https://www.vote.org/
ACTIVITY: Find a local board or commission that covers things that matter to you and start attending meetings!
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