The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition encourages voters to vote absentee in the August 11 and November 3 elections because of concerns about Covid-19. This fact sheet can help to answer your questions about Absentee Voting DVC Absentee Voting Fact Sheet…
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…
New Voting Resources from the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition
Newsletter topics include: New Voting Resources Upcoming Trainings Absentee Voting Tips Help is Available
Voting Training with People First Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition and People First Wisconsin are celebrating National Voter Registration Day. Join us on Tuesday, September 22, 2:00- 3:00 pm, to learn more about voter registration, absentee voting, voter rights, and voter resources. Be ready to…
Your Vote Counts! Webinar
Vision loss should not be a barrier to exercising your right to vote. Vision Forward, Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition, Disability Rights Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired are teaming up to make sure people with…
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…
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,…
August 11th Election Update
Newsletter Topics Include: 2020 Wisconsin Elections FAQ updated Voting for Residents of Care Facilities Living Well Wednesday Be prepared for voting in person Voting Question or Concern #2020Census Voting Help is Available
Guardianship and Voting – Restoring your Right to Vote
Quick Reference: Guardianship and Voting Quick Reference: Guardianship and Voting – Restoring your Right to Vote (accessible pdf) Learn about your right to vote in Wisconsin and the only way that it can be taken away (by a court). Find…
Living Well Wednesday: A Discussion of Guardianship & Voting Rights
Join us for Living Well Wednesday on August 12th at 11 am via Zoom or Facebook Live on the BPDD Facebook page. We will be discussing voting under guardianship and how to restore your right to vote if you are…
Tips for the August 11th Election
Newsletter topics include: Tips for Absentee Voting Tips for Voting in Person Addressing Voting Questions or Concerns Help is available
DVC 2020 Elections Poster
This poster is designed for printing and displaying. The poster files are not screen reader accessible; however, you can review an accessible text description of the poster contents. Choose from two poster sizes: 2020 Elections Voting Poster (8.5 in x…
A Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the ADA and its Impact on Voting Rights
Transcript for A Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the ADA and its Impact on Voting Rights (7/27/2020)
Join the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition to celebrate the ADA 30th
Topics in this newsletter include: ADA 30th Celebration Info Help is Available
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…
Governor Tony Evers ADA Celebration Proclamation
Governor Tony Evers celebrates the impact of the ADA in ensuring civil rights, and advancing inclusion and accessibility for people with disabilities. The Governor notes that as we celebrate, we recognize that much work still needs to be done to…
Ashley Mathy – ADA Celebrating 30 Years Strong
Ashley Mathy, People First Wisconsin, talks about the importance of the ADA in advancing voting rights. Ashley plans to vote absentee this year. Check out Ashley’s call to action!
Sandy Popp – ADA Celebrating 30 Years Strong
Sandy Popp, of Options for Independent Living in Green Bay advocated for the passage of the ADA on Capital Hill. In this video, Sandy reflects on the progress made as a result of the ADA and the need to continue the…
Denise Jess – ADA Celebrating 30 Years Strong
Denise Jess, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired reflects on how the ADA has increased access to the ballot box for voters with disabilities – and the continuing challenges to ensure accessible voting. Wisconsin…
Wisconsin Disability Voting Coalition Voting Policy Recommendations
These recommendations address opportunities to ensure Wisconsin elections are safe, accessible, and inclusive for voters of all abilities. DVC Policy Recommendations July 2020 (accessible pdf)
National Disability Voter Registration Week Update
Topics in this newsletter include: National Disability Voter Registration Week Update New Voting Resources Help is available
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…
July Voting News – REV UP!
Topics Covered in this Newsletter: National Disability Voter Registration Week is July 13- 17th. Voter Registration Tips Help Promote Voter Registration The Disability Vote Coalition is hosting the following trainings and events to REV UP the disability vote. Voting Tips for…
Voting in the Time of Pandemic Part 2 – Resources
Voting in the Time of Pandemic Part 2: A Training for Front-Line Staff July 13th at 11 a.m. This event instructed staff who work with people with disabilities and older adults (internal advocates, member rights specialists, care managers, IRIS consultants,…
Key Questions for Candidates
Election season is an important time to educate the candidates and the community about disability issues. Use the Disability Vote Coalition Key Questions for Congressional Candidates and Key Questions for State Candidates to educate candidates. Post questions to a candidate’s…
People with assistants have equal voting rights
This informative video was created by Rooted in Rights. You can view their other videos on the Rooted in Rights website.
July 14th People First Voter Training
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition and People First Wisconsin are celebrating National Disability Voter Registration Week (NDVRW) July 13-17, 2020! Voters with disabilities are under-represented at the ballot box. Let’s work together to REV UP the disability voting by getting…
July Voting News from the Disability Vote Coalition
Newsletter Topics Include: REV Up for National Disability Voter Registration Week Upcoming Trainings from the Disability Vote Coalition Voting Tips for the August 11th Election Help is Available. Resources Offered.
National Disability Voter Registration Week
National Disability Voter Registration Week (NDVRW) is scheduled for July 13-17, 2020. Voters with disabilities are under-represented at the ballot box. Let’s work together to change that and REV Up the disability vote, and get more people with disabilities registered…
Voting in the Time of Pandemic (rescheduled)
Voting in the Time of Pandemic: A Briefing for MCOs, ICAs, SSI Medicaid HMOs, and Stakeholders July 7, 2020, 12 – 1 p.m. (rescheduled from July 1st) Many voters with disabilities have experienced barriers to exercising their constitutional right to…
Join Us for Voting in the Time of Pandemic: A Briefing for MCOs, ICAs, SSI Medicaid HMOs and Stakeholders
Newsletter Topics: Voting in the Time of Pandemic Webinar The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition Mission & Resources How You Can Make a Difference
LWV National Disability Voter Registration Week Training
Learn the basic of voter registration in Wisconsin. Thanks to our great partners at the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin for sharing this presentation. LWV National Disability Voter Registration Week Training
DVC Product List
Check out our list of printed materials, swag, videos and more in the DVC Product List: DVC Product List (June 2020)
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…
June Voting News from the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition
Topics covered in this newsletter include: June 17th Voter Training REV UP for National Disability Voter Registration Week Stay Safe! Request your absentee ballot for the August 11th Election TODAY! What’s on the Ballot? Are you Registered to Vote? Voting…
REV UP for National Disability Voter Registration Week
National Disability Voter Registration Week is July 13- 17th. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition invites you to join us to grow the power of the disability vote. Attend this free online training and get the information and resources you need…
June 17th Living Well Wednesday Session on Voting
Join the Wisconsin Board for People with Disabilities Facebook (Wisconsin BPDD) for another Living Well Wednesday. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition will join Wisconsin BPDD for an informative session on voting to help you be prepared for the August 11th…
Are you Registered to Vote? If Not, Act Now!
Are you registered to vote? If not, act now! Registration deadlines for the August 11 election are as follows. BY MAIL: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 IN PERSON: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 ONLINE: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 You may be able…
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…
Request your Absentee Ballot for the August 11 Partisan Primary TODAY!
Request your absentee ballot for the August 11 Partisan Primary TODAY! The August primary may seem far away, but it is not too soon to think about requesting your absentee ballot. Go to https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/VoteAbsentee. You can request your absentee ballot…
Next Statewide Election – August 11th Partisan Primary
The next statewide election in Wisconsin is the August 11th Partisan Primary. Offices to be elected will include all US Congressional Representatives; all State Assembly Representatives, State Senators from even numbered districts, and county District Attorneys. You can look up…
May 2020 Newsletter: Special Edition for the May 12th Election
May 12th is Election Day for the 7th Congressional District! Topics in this newsletter include: Voting Absentee Are you Registered to Vote Curbside Voting for the May 12th Election In-person Voting Tips Voting Complaints Help is Available
Video Resource: How to Request an Absentee Ballot for the May 12 2020 Special Election
The Wisconsin Elections Commission and the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition highly recommend that people vote absentee for the May 12 7th Congressional District Special Election to protect themselves from COVID-19. If you’ve never requested an absentee ballot before you may…
April 2020 Newsletter
Topics covered in this newsletter include: Voter Experience Survey Voting Complaints Upcoming May 12th Special Election
May 2020 Special Election
Are you in Wisconsin’s District 7? Learn more about the upcoming Special Election by reading the DVC May 2020 Special Election Voting FAQ.
Voting and COVID-19: Congressional District 7 Special Election News
Join us on April 28, 2020 at 1 pm via Zoom for Voting and COVID-19: Congressional District 7 Special Election News The 7th Congressional District Special Election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12th. This election is to fill a vacancy…
Voter Registration Deadlines for the May 12 Congressional District 7 Special Election
The 7th Congressional District Special Election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12th. This election is to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Representative Duffy. The candidates on the ballot are Tricia Zunker (Democratic) and Tom Tiffany (Republican). Wisconsin’s…
The Election is Moving Forward Today, April 7
Topics covered in this newsletter include: Voting in Person Voting Absentee Preparing to Vote
Disability Vote Coalition Supports Postponement of Election
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition (WDVC) is a non-partisan effort to help ensure full participation in the electoral process of voters with disabilities. Because of the serious concerns we are hearing from voters with disabilities, we support Governor Evers’ Executive…
Voting and COVID-19: Learn the Latest Webinar #3
To help voters with disabilities and their supporters understand the quickly-changing election rules in Wisconsin, The Disability Vote Coalition will offer three live events via Zoom on Monday 10 am and 6 pm and Tuesday at 8 am. Here is…