Energizing
Young
Voters
About Energizing Young Voters
Energizing Young Voters, an initiative of the League of Women Voters, envisions a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate.
Vision – Every 18-29 year old in the United States will become a life-long voter and engaged citizen.
Mission – Every 18-29 year old will understand:
- Why it is important to vote
- Develop the intention to vote
- Be equipped to overcome all barriers to casting a ballot and participating in our democracy
- Understand how the political process brings about change
- Develop the confidence and skills needed to participate in the political process
- Be willing to take a stand and defend democracy
Young Voters
Join a diverse group by age (18-29), gender, ethnicity/race, and education type. Set direction and policy for Energizing Young Voters and make a difference in your community!
Educators & Community Groups
Energizing Young Voters offers a suite of programs from the nonpartisan League of Women Voters and its partners designed to create a new generation of lifelong, active voters.
League of Women Voters
Our initiative envisions that every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate.
Your Voice Matters
Want to Get Involved?
Our free, non–partisan, educational experiences and leadership opportunities help turn students into citizens and reach our two major goals: Empowering young voters and defending democracy.
“I’m so proud of your efforts and achievements with the LWV Young Voters program! You are planting seed, fostering awareness and igniting empowerment that will continue to make a difference in our democracy. I hope this small contribution helps you expand. Keep shining on!” – Merry B
Supporters & collaborators
Thank you to all our supporters & collaborators.
Energizing Young Voters News
View the latest news, articles, and more.
Voting Matters: Plainfield High School Students Discuss Importance of Voting
By TAPinto Plainfield Staff PLAINFIELD, NJ – The 2021 midterm elections are fast approaching, and a group of Plainfield High School students want to motivate voters to exercise their right to vote. The students have been discussing the power of the vote in their...
The NCAA is having a Ted Lasso moment
"I do love a locker room. It smells like potential." — Coach Ted Lasso (the beloved protagonist of Apple TV's latest breakout hit) Ted Lasso's rapid ascent and positive infusion into our cultural zeitgeist solidified something I already knew: That coaches are an often...
Martin Luther King and the Struggle for Voting Rights
By David Wronko, history teacher at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (formerly Asbury Park Middle School). This past year I had the opportunity to work with Patricia L. Supplee and the League of Women Voters to bring interactive lessons to my remote classes....
Upcoming Information/Training Sessions
We offer professional development credits for teachers and professional development workshops for schools and school districts.
Our modules align to the NJ Core Content Standards and the new middle school recommendations
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