Versions Compared

Old Version 37

changes.mady.by.user Elizabeth Blackbourn

Saved on

compared with

New Version 38

changes.mady.by.user Elizabeth Blackbourn

Saved on

Key

  • This line was added.
  • This line was removed.
  • Formatting was changed.

Get Out The Vote (GOTV) is the main function of Democrats Abroad.

Our main goal is to inform & allow enable all Americans to exercise their right to VOTE!

Voting from Abroad in 2022

REGISTER TO VOTE: http://www.votefromabroad.org

FAQS: FAQs: 2022 Voting From Abroad -VFA

DA GOTV Info and Resources: GOTV - Voter Turn-Out Resources

Links for Phonebanking Volunteers

Volunteer to Phonebank!

Contact: callhub-helpdesk@democratsabroad.org

Making phone calls is our tried-and-true, most effective Get Out The Vote method! Want to make a difference? Train and join our call-a-thons to overseas voters. We need you in 2022!!!

Start by training here: www.democratsabroad.org/phonebanking_training
After, you’ll receive a link to sign up for Callhub account and gain access to practice campaigns!

TEXAS - State Primary Election Deadlines 2022

Texas

State Primary - Email/Online/Fax

State Primary - Mail

Registration

February 9, 2022

February 9, 2022

Ballot Request

February 18, 2022

February 18, 2022

Ballot Return

Return by Fax Received by March 1, 2022 (7PM Eastern US)

Postmarked by March 1, 2022 Received by March 7, 2022

Due to the pandemic, overseas voters are encouraged to request and return materials via email/online/fax.

  • Ballot Request: email, fax or postal mail

  • Ballot Return: fax or postal mail

Find more information and register to vote in Texas here: https://www.votefromabroad.org/elections/FL

NORTH CAROLINA - State Primary Election Deadlines 2022

North Carolina

Email/Online/Fax

Mail

Registration

March 7, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

March 7, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

Ballot Request

March 7, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

March 7, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

Ballot Return Received

March 8, 2022 (7:30PM Eastern)

March 17, 2022 (5PM)

What is a primary election?

  • A primary election is an election held before the general election to determine the candidates that can be placed on the general election ballot.

Find out more information and register to vote in North Carolina here: https://www.votefromabroad.org/states/OH

NORTH CAROLINA - State Runoff Election Deadlines 2022

Online ballot request and return is recommended!

North Carolina - Federal Primary Runoff

Election Day May 17, 2022

Registration

May 16, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

Ballot Request

May 16, 2022 (5PM Eastern)

Ballot Return Received

Email/Online/Fax May 17, 2022 (7:30PM Eastern)

Mail May 26, 5PM

What is a primary election?

  • A primary election is an election held before the general election to determine the candidates that can be placed on the general election ballot.

What is a runoff election?

  • A runoff election is an election held if the state requires that a candidate receive a certain percentage of the votes in order to advance to a general election or take public office.

Find out more and register to vote in North Carolina here: https://www.votefromabroad.org/states/OH

INDIANA - State Primary Election Deadlines 2022

Indiana - State Primary

Email/Fax

Mail

Registration*

April 25, 2022

April 25, 2022

Ballot Request

May 2, 2022 (12PM Eastern)

April 21, 2022

Ballot Return

May 3, 2022 (6PM Eastern)

May 3, 2022*

Due to the pandemic, overseas voters are encouraged to request and return materials via email/online/fax.

*Registration for State Primary: If using the state registration form or the National Voter Registration Application for the State Primary, the online method must be received on April 4, 2022. If submitted by mail, it must be postmarked by April 4, 2022.
**Ballot Return: for all voters outside of America, ballots returned by U.S. mail must be received by 12PM (noon) local time on the 10th day after the election.

Find more information and register to vote in Indiana here: https://www.votefromabroad.org/states/OH

OHIO - State Primary Election Deadlines 2022

Ohio - State Primary

Email/Fax/Online

Mail

Registration

April 4, 2022

April 4, 2022

Ballot Request

April 30, 2022 (12 PM Eastern)

April 30, 2022 (12 PM Eastern)

Ballot Return

Received by: May 3, 2022 (12:01 AM Eastern)

Sent by: May 3, 2022 (12:01 AM Eastern)*

*Ballot Return: Ballots must still be received by the 10th day after the election.

Due to the pandemic, overseas voters are encouraged to request and return materials via email/online/fax.

  • Registration: email, fax, postal mail, or online

    • Registration: Ohio’s online voter registration system requires a state identification card

  • Ballot Request: email, fax or postal mail

  • Ballot Return: postal mail

    • Ballot Return: Ohio has a different ballot return deadline if the ballot is delivered by courier (for example, FedEX, DHL, etc.)

Find more information and register to vote in Ohio here: https://www.votefromabroad.org/states/OH

Timeline of the Absentee Voting Process

STEP

WHAT

WHEN

1

Register and request an absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)

January of each year

2

Receive your absentee ballot from your state election office

45-30 days before the election

3A

Return your state absentee ballot to your state

As soon as you receive it

3B

If you do not receive your state absentee ballot, use the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)

As soon as you receive it

NOTE: If you are at sea or at other overseas locations without access to the military postal system you should send your voted ballots to your election office - 35 days before the election

NOTE: If you are at an overseas military installation with access to the military postal system you should send your voted ballots to your election office - 30 days before the election

Success Stories: Why We Register & Vote!

CALIFORNIA - Recall Election 2021

BLUE WAVE VICTORY!

On September 14, 2021, Democrats out registered Republicans by a margin of nearly 2 to 1!

Governor Newsom will remain in office.

Image Removed

Tip

Volunteer Resources for GOTV

GOTV - Voter Turn-Out Resources

Global Voter Assistance Training: Helping Voters Register & Request Ballots

Global Voter Assistance Training: Basics

Voter Assistance Training: Level 1

Voter Assistance Training: Level 2

2021 GOTV Handbook

https://democratsabroad.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/StudyAbroad/overview

Voter Help Events: Checklist for "Day-Of" Event

2022 DA CallHub PhoneBanking - Excerpt List

/wiki/spaces/CallHub/pages/6968311809

2020 VFA - One Pagers (No GPP)

Tip

China-Specific Volunteer Resources

VFA ONBOARDING

DA Vote From Abroad Training - July 11, 2020

View file
nameDA Vote From Abroad - July 2020.pdf

DA Vote from Abroad Training - June 13, 2020

Image Modified



Info

Donate https://democratsabroad.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ccChina/overview

Tip

GOTV Resources on Wiki

CHINA SPECIFIC RESOURCES (Last Updated 2020.08.29)

Info

Donate to DACN!

COUNTRY COMMITTEE SUPPORT

Help sponsor the voting materials DA China needs to reach out and make an impact locally as they get out the vote for the Presidential elections next year.

Please consider DONATING to Democrats Abroad. Visit the “Give to Win” page and select “Country Committee Support.” In the message box, write that you’d like your donations to help finance DACN’s GOTV efforts. Your generosity ensures that Americans living in China can vote and make a difference in U.S. elections!

info

VotefromAbroad.org Resources

  • Lookup Local Elections Officials

    • Info

    TERMS TO KNOW

    FPCA

    FPCA stands for Federal Post Card Application. Use the FPCA to register to vote and request an absentee ballot simultaneously. Filing an FPCA will update your contact information.

    FWAB

    FWAB stands for Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot. This is an emergency backup ballot for voters who did not receive an absentee ballot from their state in time to participate in the election.

    LEO

    LEO stands for Local Election Official. These are County-level officials who accept FPCA applications and send Ballots to voters.

    VAG

    Voter Assistance Guide (VAG) contains Federal and State rules for Overseas Voters.

    VFA

    VoteFromAbroad.org is also known as VFA. It is DA’s preferred website for voter registration, as it is clear, concise, offers all content in Spanish, Voter Registration and FPCAs can be submitted online, and there is a chat box for assistance.

    FVAP

    FVAP refers to the Federal Voter Assistance Program. This is a U.S. government program designed to assist overseas voters. Visit FVAP.gov.
    Info

    FVAP Return Guidance

    https://www.fvap.gov/

    Important Files from FVAP:

    Envelopes for Ballot Request (FPCA) only.

    E-Mail or FAX

    If your state requires allows you to return email or fax your FPCA by postal mail, you can use these postage-paid envelops to send it via U.S. Postal Mail by dropping off at your nearest consulate or the embassy. Your ballot request will be sent to your Local Elections Official using the Diplomatic Pouch. Please see your state rules for deadlines and other requirements.

    Envelopes for Ballot Return (FWAB and Official Ballots) only.

    If your state requires you to return your ballot by postal mail, you can use these postage-paid envelopes to send it via U.S. Postal Mail by dropping off at your nearest consulate or the embassy. Your voted ballot will be sent to your Local Elections Official using the Diplomatic Pouch. If you have successfully submitted your ballot request (FPCA) in time, your ballot should be emailed to you 45 days before the election. Please see your state rules for deadlines and other requirements.

    Fax Coversheet for Voting Materials

    If your state requires you to return your ballot request (FPCA) and/or voted ballot (FWAB or Official Ballot) by fax, you can use this free email-to-fax service. Just send your voting material and the coversheet as email attachments to fax@fvap.gov and they will be faxed on your behalf to your Local Elections Official. Please contact your Local Elections Official to confirm receipt. Please see your state rules for deadlines and other requirements.

    Info

    DACN created fliers for 2021

    Fliers are shared on DACN’s social media accounts. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and WeChat!

    Image Removed

    Image Removed

    Image RemovedImage Removed

    Image Removed

    , Ballot, or FWAB, be sure to use the official FVAP coversheet.

    No fax machine? No problem! Use FVAP’s free email-to-fax service!

    1. Print and complete a Fax, Email-to-Fax Coversheet.pdf

    2. Add your completed FPCA/FWAB/Ballot

    3. E-mail all attachments to fax@fvap.gov

    4. Contact your LEO to confirm receipt

    MAIL

    You can mail your FPCA, ballot or FWAB postage-free using these return envelopes. Be sure to use the security envelope to seal in your completed ballot or FWAB inside of the mailing envelope.

    Using these templates, print directly on a blank envelope or print and affix to an envelope. Find your election office's mailing address.

    Standard U.S. Envelope Size (#10)

    • FPCA Postage-Paid Return Envelope

    • Ballot Return and FWAB Postage-Paid Return Envelope

    • Ballot Return and FWAB Security Envelope

    Standard Europe Envelope Size (C4)

    • FPCA Postage-Paid Return Envelope

    • Ballot Return and FWAB Postage-Paid Return Envelope

    Info

    US Embassy and Consulate Contacts

    U.S. embassies and consulates can provide American citizens with voting forms and information about absentee voting, and can mail voter registration and absentee ballot request forms, and voted ballots back to the United States. Embassies and consulates can also advise voters on local mailing options and estimated mail transit times. In addition, the embassy or consulate can notarize or witness voting materials (if required by the state) free of charge. American citizens cannot vote in person at U.S. embassies or consulates, nor can embassies or consulates receive mail or blank ballots on behalf of voters.
    Info

    DACN created fliers for 2021

    Fliers are shared on DACN’s social media accounts. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and WeChat!

    Image Added

    Image Added

    Image AddedImage Added

    Image Added

    Success Stories: Why We Register & Vote!

    CALIFORNIA - Recall Election 2021

    BLUE WAVE VICTORY!

    On September 14, 2021, Democrats out registered Republicans by a margin of nearly 2 to 1!

    Governor Newsom will remain in office.

    Image Added