DVC Provides Public Comments to WEC
The Disability Vote Coalition has provided public comment to the Wisconsin Election Commission about the November 2020 election: The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is a non-partisan effort to help ensure…
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Public Comment to the WEC on “Indefinitely Confined” Provision
The Disability Vote Coalition provided public comment to the Wisconsin Elections Commission at the February 3rd Commission meeting, responding to the WEC’s November 3, 2020 Election Data Report. We addressed…
Thank you, Wisconsin Municipal Clerks
…great distinction. Commissioner Glancy announced her resignation from the Commission on April 28, 2023. As one of the two clerk members of the Commission, Commissioner Glancey brought her frontline perspective…
Find Your Municipal Clerk’s Contact Information
In Wisconsin, municipal clerks have a very important role in administering our elections. Your Municipal clerk can answer your questions about voter registration, absentee voting, curbside ballots and much more….
Wisconsin-Specific Voting Resources
…absentee ballot and check provisional ballot status) Vote411 (help with unbiased candidate information) Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), DMV Voter ID Hotline: 844-588-1069 Wisconsin Election Commission, Toll-Free Voter Help…
Voter Registration, Rights and Resources
…clerk: Find your clerk on MyVote Wisconsin Wisconsin Election Commission: 866-VOTE-WIS MyVote Wisconsin League of Women Voters local leagues LWV National Disability Voter Registration Week Training Vote411.org: nonpartisan information about…
March 4th State Superintendent Candidate Forum Registration
…{privacypage}. You may unsubscribe at any time.)”] We invite you to submit a question(s) for the candidates. for consideration by the planning committee. Submit your questions here (optional): To request…
Lunch and Learn: January 2024
…updated 1/12/24 (PDF). Materials Voting in Wisconsin presentation (accessible PDF) Voting Questions? Contact the Disability Rights Wisconsin Voter Hotline via phone at 844-DIS-VOTE / 844-347-8683 or via email at info@disabilityvote.org….
Lunch and Learn: Feburary 2024
…Learn flyer, updated 1/23/24 (PDF). Materials Voting Rights and Local Elections presentation (accessible PDF) Voting Questions? Contact the Disability Rights Wisconsin Voter Hotline via phone at 844-DIS-VOTE / 844-347-8683 or…
WDVC Testimony for Joint Committee Hearing: 2020 General Election Review
…Joint Committee Hearing to review the 2020 General Election. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition sent this informational testimony to members of the Assembly and Senate Election Committees. View the Summary…
School Boards Matter: March 6 Forum
Event Information Many Wisconsin communities will vote for school board members in the April 4th election. School Boards have a major impact on a community. Learn about the important role…
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Union Cab
No charge, but MUST wear mask. Wheelchair vans available. Schedule ride to polls and then must call again when done voting for pick-up, will not wait.
Voting Resources for the November 8th Election for Service Providers
…Vote Coalition spoke to assisted living and group home providers about supporting their residents to vote in the November 8th election. Training materials and resources are posted here – if…
2022 Spring Elections Toolkit
…Rights for Persons with Criminal Convictions: Learn more via the ACLU information page here (external link). Voting in Wisconsin After a Criminal Conviction: Learn more via the ACLU information page…
Competency, Guardianship and Voting in Wisconsin (2018)
For more information about guardianship and voting in Wisconsin, check out our brochures available in English and Spanish. Topics covered include competency, guardianship, Watts Reviews, loss of the right to…
Testimony for J.L. Audit Committee: Proposed Election Administration Audit
The Disability Vote Coalition has provided informational testimony to the Joint Legislative Audit Committee on a proposed audit of election administration. This audit will provide an opportunity to address the…
Disability Rights and Voting: A Briefing for Policymakers
…a list of speakers and co-sponsors, see this release with briefing information (accessible PDF). Briefing Materials Agenda Resource List List of Wisconsin Accessibility Provisions Wisconsin Voter Experiences Shared by Voters…
Disability Community Demands Better Access to Voting
As the statewide spring primary and election approaches, the disability community is demanding better accessibility to voting to address barriers and issues rising to the forefront because of the COVID-19…
Wisconsin Elections Commission Receives EAC Clearing House Award
Congratulations to the Wisconsin Elections Commission for receiving a U.S. Election Assistance Commission Clearinghouse Award for their work to improve accessibility for voters with disabilities. Read DRW’s press release here…
DVC and ALAS Collaborate to Train the Disability Community on Voting Rights
It was wonderful to collaborate with Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones, Inc.- ALAS and Elsa Diaz-Bautista to train and educate the disability community on voting rights. Thanks to the City of…
Comment to WEC: Uphold Voting Rights of Congregate Facilities Residents
DRW’s Barbara Beckert asked the Wisconsin Election Commission to take every action possible to support and uphold the voting rights of residents of nursing homes, group homes and other congregate…
March 9th Wisconsin Election Committee Public Testimony
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition provided public comments at the March 9th meeting of the Wisconsin Election Commission in support of the voting rights of people with disabilities and older…
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA and Its Impact on Voting Rights
…Voting is Local. We hope you will join us in celebrating this important milestone in the fight for disability rights. With questions, please feel free to email Peter at peter@allvotingislocal.org….
Disability Vote Coalition Postcards
…events, include on your resource table, distribute to clients, or send to your mailing list. Complete this survey to order your free postcards. English version of the 2021 postcard (accessible…
National Disability Voter Registration Week: Voter Registration Webinar
…registering to vote, why voting matters, and how to make a plan to vote for your upcoming elections. The webinar will be hosted via Zoom on September 14th from 9:00…
Project Homeless Connect – Milwaukee
…a resource table to assist participants with voter registration and answer questions about voting from community members, and from the community agencies who serve people experiencing homelessness. We are partnering…
Rides to the Polls Survey for November 2022 Election
…you to respond by October 4th to provide time to update the website and share the information with the community. The information will be posted on our website and shared…
Rides to the Polls Survey for April 4 2023 Election
…as possible. We urge you to respond by March 13th to provide time to update the website and share the information with the community. The information will be posted on…
Empowering the Disability Vote: Civic Engagement for the Disability Community and their Allies
Hosted by the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County, LWV Wisconsin, and WI Disability Vote Coalition Event Information Voting issues go far beyond wheelchair accessibility at polling places. We’ll…
Resource Packet for Voters with Disabilities
…This packet has information on: tips for voting in residential facilities. your voting rights. registering to vote. how to vote. getting a photo ID. competency, guardianship, and voting in Wisconsin….
News from the Wisconsin Election Commission re Milwaukee County Executive Candidates
Read the news story from the Wisconsin Elections Commission regarding recent decisions made about Milwaukee County Executive Candidates: Three Decisions Issued in Milwaukee City and County Ballot Cases …
US Election Assistance Commission Panel with Disability Advocates
US Election Assistance Commission (EAC) Vice Chairman Tom Hicks was joined by Voting Outreach Advocacy Specialist, Wendy Heyn, with Disability Rights Wisconsin; Senior Litigation Attorney, Lia Sifuentes Davis, with Disability…
DRW Testimony at Feb 21 Assembly State Affairs Committee Public Hearing
Disability Rights Wisconsin submitted the following testimony regarding the impact of voting bills on people with disabilities at the February 21st Assembly State Affairs Committee Public Hearing. View DRW’s full…
Residential Service Providers: Resources for Voters with Disabilities Fact Sheet
Voters with disabilities who live in residential facilities may experience some difficulties participating in Wisconsin elections. This factsheet is designed for residential service providers who are seeking information and resources…
Lunch and Learn: October 2024 Webinar
…from voters with disabilities How to exercise your basic voting rights What to do if you have a problem at the polls, and more! Webinar Information Date and Time: October…
Press Briefing: Disability Vote Coalition Speaks Out on Voting Bills
Event Information View the recording of the June 9th press briefing below: https://youtu.be/gY4gzBOV-kM WHAT: Briefing for the media regarding the impact on voters with disabilities and older adults of voting…
Press Event: Disability Rights and the November 8th Election
Event Information 2022 has been a challenging year for many voters with disabilities. Wisconsin has seen attacks on the federally protected right to assistance with voting, and absentee voting processes…
ADRC of St. Croix County
24 hour notice for the Senior Center. 48 hour notice for volunteer ride program…
Process for Requesting an Accommodation for Ballot Return Assistance
Disability Rights Wisconsin is receiving questions from voters with disabilities about their rights to have assistance with mailing or delivery of their absentee ballot. Federal law protects the right of…
Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series
…pm, Updates, transportation & staying safe at the polls Register Now for the Voter Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to…
Voting and COVID-19: Congressional District 7 Special Election News
…(Republican: bit.ly/2RLSZEN). Join the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition, Midstate Independent Living Choices and North Country Independent Living to learn about important deadlines, information on registration, voting absentee, disability rights and…
Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series
…pm, Updates, transportation & staying safe at the polls Register Now for the Voter Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to…
Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series
…Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to attend: October 8 – Updates, registration and photo IDOctober 15 – Updates, absentee voting…
Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series
…Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to attend: October 8 – Updates, registration and photo IDOctober 15 – Updates, absentee voting…
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…It includes over 40 community agency partners as well as self-advocates and other community members. View a list of Coalition leadership and community agency partners (accessible PDF). Join Us! You…
Reporting an Accessibility or Voting Rights Concern
…help you, and may also help other voters and help make our elections more accessible. Report any concerns to the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC). Report your concern at elections.wi.gov/index.php/complaints. The…
Disability Vote Coalition Commends Signing of AB-168
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition applauds Governor Evers who today will sign into law AB-168 which will address a barrier to voting for some voters with disabilities. Wisconsin law requires…