Oct 14 2024 26 mins
As we move through the fall, it’s time to prepare for election day on November 5, 2024. Join White Canes Connect contributor Simon Bonenfant, as he speaks with Carson Eckhard, Youth Director of Vote That Jawn. They discuss the importance of voting, resources for involving youth in the voting process, and introduce their community voting event happening on October 16th.
Vote That Jawn was created to amplify youth voices about issues that matter to them when they submit their ballot. Through community events, featured youth writings, and educational college classes, Vote That Jawn aims to excite youth about voting and issues that matter to them. Carson also announces Trend that Jawn, an event promoting the importance of voting. The event will occur on Wednesday October 16th, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:45 PM, at the Mayor’s Reception room in City Hall.
From the Vote That Jawn Website: “Join us Wednesday, October 16 from 4 - 6:45 for Trend That Jawn at Philadelphia City Hall - 1400 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Enjoy food, music and swag as you connect with other young voters, city officials and local journalists as we make voting trendy!”
Visit their Website to learn how you can get involved, Register to Vote, read their youth led Blog, or sign up to Become a Member.
You can also follow them on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.
The team at White Canes Connect encourages everyone to make a plan to vote on November 5th!
Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/113
Accessible Voting Episode 108
Diane Gordian from the Pennsylvania Department of State joins the podcast to discuss the importance of ensuring voting accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Key fact: EVERY polling place must have at least one accessible voting machine. Get the direct download at https://traffic.libsyn.com/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_108_post.mp3 or listen on YouTube at https://youtu.be/y9RvhfATNOY?si=dX33jFC0ZYc2NOy5
2024 NFB of PA State Convention
Registration is open for this year’s State Convention in Erie from 11/7 to 11/10. Learn more at https://www.NFBofPA.org/2024/. Links are there to register as an attendee, exhibitor, and sponsor. Other links include meal option descriptions, Senior Possibilities Fair registration, and phone numbers to make your hotel reservations.
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