Disability Victory’s Post

People with disabilities make up an important voting group – 1 in 4 people have a disability – yet systemic barriers prevent many people with disabilities from accessing their right to vote. We are working to change that! According to the U.S. census, voters with disabilities increased their turnout by 1.6 points in the 2022 elections compared to the 2018 elections. Let’s make this year even better! If you want more information on your rights as a voter, contact us today at dnmm.org or 989-835-4041 for support, assistance, or an informational handbook. #DisabilityVote #RevUp2024

Disability Voting Rights Week is a powerful reminder of the importance of ensuring everyone has a voice in our democracy. Many people with disabilities face barriers that make voting difficult, from inaccessible polling places to inadequate accommodations. By raising awareness and advocating for change, we can break down these barriers and create a more inclusive system. This week is about empowering all individuals to participate in the democratic process. It's about making sure that every vote counts and every voice is heard. Let's work together to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to shape our future. We welcome new volunteers to join us in our effort, click on the link below to help Rideshare2Vote maximize our reach to transport voters in every election.✅ https://lnkd.in/g79x7Pg . . . #vote #Elections #trending #Disability #DisabilityRights #Rideshare2vote #DisabledVoter #Wheelchairvan #wheelchair #Democrat #Dem

Great Plains ADA Center has some great information regarding accessible elections! Check it out: Introduction to Resources for Poll Workers and Voters with Disabilities * Voting Rights * Voter Assistance * Disability Awareness * Disability Awareness & Language * Service Animals * Election Day Checklist #GoVoteTN #VoterReady

#𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲? In this first of four interviews ahead of the 2024 Election on November 5, self-advocates Austin, Sofia, Warren, and Jonathan explain why they believe it is so important for self-advocates to vote, including a discussion of all that is at stake in every election. ABOUT #THEARCVOTES Between now and election day, The Arc of Massachusetts will be reaching out with important updates, resources, and information about the 2024 elections, getting out the vote in the disability community, and making sure your voices are heard in this crucial election year. This election year has already proven itself to be unlike any year in recent memory, but one thing remains the same: people with disabilities are counting on us to show up and vote. https://lnkd.in/gHZ3Rfr6

https://lnkd.in/drsJs5yW Hello! Today marks the official start of Disability Voting Rights Week, a national cross-disability, cross-movement week of action.  Despite the size and power of our voting bloc, there is still a turnout gap between disabled and nondisabled voters. A study of the 2022 midterm elections by Rutgers University and the U.S. Election Assistance Commission found that if people with disabilities voted at the same rate as their nondisabled peers, there’d be 2.0 million more voters.  Inaccessible polling places, laws criminalizing voter assistance, limited access to accessible transportation, restrictive guardianship laws, and ableism across the political process prevent many people with disabilities from accessing their right to vote.  It is past time for every election to be fully accessible to every voter, and for every community to have elected officials who meaningfully engage with and fight for their disabled constituents. This week, we will register and educate voters, advocate for accessible elections, and take time to celebrate the collective power of our community.

It's Disability Voting Rights Week! 🗳️ Ensuring accessible voting is critical to a truly inclusive democracy. Here’s how we can create more inclusive voting experiences for all: 🔑 Add ramps, wider doors, and accessible voting machines at polling places 💡 Train poll workers to assist voters with disabilities 📬 Promote mail-in and absentee voting as flexible alternatives 📝 Offer large print and Braille ballots, and authorize assistance 📢 Advocate for inclusive legislation and simpler voter registration We can break down barriers and ensure that every voter, regardless of ability, has equal access to the polls! Register to vote today by clicking https://bit.ly/3MQTI1Q! #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek #InclusiveVoting #YourVoteMatters #CivicEngagement #DisabilityRights

Democracies live and die by civic engagement and VOTING is crucial. Candidates keep track of how many people in which demographic groups vote, through polls and by looking at public enthusiasm. They tailor their political positions and strategies to the voter pool, hoping to keep their past voters’ support and attract new supporters. But in order to “count,” you must VOTE. In this issue of RAISE The Standard, we will explore how young adults with disabilities can participate in democracy. Read more: https://bit.ly/47Qrwrv Sign up: https://bit.ly/3v6MRO6 #AccessibilityForAll #InclusionMatters #EqualOpportunity #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilitySupport #RaiseTheStandard

As we approach the November 2024 election, it's essential to recognize the importance of providing #accessible voting options for individuals with #disabilities. Voting is a fundamental right, and no one should face barriers to exercising it. 🔹 Why #Absentee Voting Matters for the Disability Community: 🏡 #Accessibility: In-person voting may not be accessible for everyone. #AbsenteeBallots ensure that individuals with mobility, sensory, or cognitive disabilities can vote from the safety and comfort of their own home. ⏳ Flexibility: #AbsenteeVoting allows people to vote at their own pace, accommodating those who might need extra time to review the ballot. 🚌 Transportation: Not everyone has easy access to transportation. Absentee voting eliminates the need for potentially difficult or lengthy commutes. 🤝 #Independence: Casting an absentee ballot can empower people with disabilities to vote privately and independently. 💪 Exercising Your Rights Matters: 🗳️ Voting is a way to have your voice heard, to influence policies, and to #advocate for a more #inclusive and accessible society. 🗳️ By voting, people with disabilities can help elect leaders who will prioritize and protect #DisabilityRights. 🗳️ Every vote counts, and every voice matters. Let’s make sure the #DisabilityCommunity’s voice is loud and clear in this election! 🗣️ 📅 Make a Plan: ✅ Check your voter registration status early. ✅ Request an absentee ballot if you need one. ✅ Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to vote, too! #DisabilityRights #AccessibleVoting #EveryVoteCounts #DisabilityInclusion #November2024Election #VoteByMail #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #VoteVoteVote #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride

Poll workers play a vital role in helping people with disabilities navigate the voting process. Check out this resource guide from our friends at the Great Plains ADA Center to learn more about the needs of voters with disabilities. https://loom.ly/p1uJdLw #TransCen #ADA #InclusionMatters #InclusiveElections #AccessibleElections

Fortunately, we have EU Elections to shine a spotlight on that important subject of underrepresentation of persons with disability: And with up to 5 candidates with a disability (me for the greens, #Monica Semedo (Fokus), #Claude Keup (CSV), #Raymond Remakel (Pirates)… we don‘t seem to position so badly in Luxembourg. On a national level however, none of the 60 MPs has a disability and even the High Disability Board (CSPH) rarely gets decisive concideration on matters concerning people with special needs / older people: Last example to date: Parliamentary doc. 7524 on Care quality in residential facilities!