In this episode of the podcast, we explore the importance of student advocacy and voting. Additionally, we discuss how 501(c)(3) organizations can engage in advocacy efforts during election season. Joining us today is Ally, our Bolder Advocacy legal intern, to answer questions about the impact of student advocacy on campus. 

 

Hosts:

Susan Finkle Sourlis (Attorney)

Monika Graham (Attorney)

Alexandra Roseberry (Intern)

1. On-Campus Advocacy Culture
   • On-Campus Activities 
   • Voter Laws and Students
   • Getting Involved With Advocacy as a Student
2. How Nonprofits Can Participate in Nonpartisan Voting Education
   • Voter Registration Programs
   • Encouraging Voting
   • Polling Information
3. How 501(c)(3)s Can Engage During Election Season
   • Issue Advocacy 
   • Candidate Education
   • Voter Education
   • Voter Engagement
   • Ballot Measures
   • Private Foundations
4. Student Organizations and Youth Groups 
   • Rhizome
   • Youth on Root

Resources:

• Rules of the Game – https://afj.org/resource/the-rules-of-the-game-a-guide-to-election-related-activities-for-501c3-organizations/
• Our guidelines for most of the 50 states on voter outreach and voter registration activities – https://afj.org/bolder-advocacy/practical-guidance-nonprofit-voter-assistance-series/
• Project Grant Rule
• ACLU KYR  –  https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights
• https://www.nonprofitvote.org/get-registered-to-vote/ 
• https://www.lawyerscommittee.org/ 
• Rhizome – https://www.werhize.org/
• Youth on Root – https://www.youthonroot.org/