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Disability Rights and Resources for the November 8th Election

Tuesday, November 8, is Election Day in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition urges voters with disabilities to cast a ballot and participate in our democracy. The Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) Voter Hotline is available to answer your voting questions.…
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Voters with Disabilities Speak Out on Voting Rights on ADA 31st

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is releasing Voting Rights Are Human Rights: In Our Own Voices. This document shares the voices of voters with disabilities and their allies who are concerned about voting bills recently approved by the Wisconsin State…
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Residential Service Providers: Resources for Voters with Disabilities

Learn about the resources available for voters with disabilities.  This resource is designed for residential service providers who are seeking information on voting rights and resources for their residents. Residential Service Providers: Resources for Voters with Disabilities (accessible pdf) [updated…
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WDVC in the News: 23% of American voters have some form of disability – This WI group makes sure their voice is heard

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is featured in a news story about voters with disabilities on the eve of the November election.  Read or watch the story: https://www.channel3000.com/23-percent-of-american-voters-have-some-form-of-disability-this-wisconsin-group-makes-sure-their-voice-is-heard/
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U.S. Supreme Court Decision Could Disenfranchise Wisconsin Voters

From PBS Frontline: The U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Monday declining to extend the absentee ballot deadline in Wisconsin was not a surprise to election officials, the vast majority of whom were operating under the assumption that ballots received after…
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Disability Vote Coalition Voter Training Videos Released

The WI Disability Vote Coalition has released a series of training videos to help support voters with disabilities and service providers.  Access the videos at disabilityvote.org/videos/  To provide access for deaf voters, each video is also available in a split…
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Expanded DMV Access is Good News for Wisconsinites with Disabilities

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will temporarily expand its driver licenses and identification card services this fall in Madison, Milwaukee and other locations throughout Wisconsin which were closed in March due to COVID-19.  WI DOT…
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New Resource to Educate Candidates about Disability Issues

The November 3rd election provides an important opportunity to educate candidates about policy issues important to the disability community.    Survival Coalition of Wisconsin Disability Organizations has released a new resource to help candidates understand more about disability issues.  The new…
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Supporting Voting Rights in the Time of Pandemic (BHD providers training)

Training Resources Links to voting resources Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition Products List Sample Voter Outreach Script DVC Partnering Ideas My Voting plan Wisconsin forms for Voter registration and to request an absentee ballot. Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition: includes fact sheets,…
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Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA and Its Impact on Voting Rights

All Voting is Local and the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition invite you to join us for: A Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. When: Monday, July 27th at 4pm Central Standard Time. Where: Streamed on…
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Statewide Press Event to Highlight National Disability Voter Registration Week

On Thursday, July 16, 2020, the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition will host a statewide virtual press conference to recognize and highlight National Disability Voter Registration week. A panel of advocates from around Wisconsin will discuss the efforts of the Disability…
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Voter Registration, Rights and Resources

Agenda:  Voter Registration, Rights, and Resources: Zoom Training on Voting for Wisconsin Disability Organizations Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition FAQ: 2020 Wisconsin Elections Frequently Asked Questions Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition Products List Sample Voter Outreach Script DVC Partnering Ideas My Voting…
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WDVC Submits Public Comments to the Wisconsin Election Commission

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition provided public comments to inform Wisconsin Election Commissioners (WEC) at their June 10th meeting.  Barbara Beckert spoke on behalf of the WDVC and shared recommendations for the August 11 and November 3 election including the…
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