Hey DoSomething Members,
It’s the first week of October and we are kicking things off with National Voter Education Week! We’re here to get you the information you need to make your voice heard at the voting booth, because taking civic action is the starting point for addressing the issues that matter most to you.
So, yes 2023 is an election year! While much attention may already be aimed at the 2024 Presidential Race, local elections around the country this year will give you a say in your next mayor, your next governor or even voting on important ballot measures. Here are just a few of the key races to watch.
Now, why vote?
If there are problems in the world that, for better or worse, are living rent free in your head, voting is the best way to elect people that reflect the solutions you want to see. Electing officials with a message that represents progress within those very issues you care about is how things can get done.
And, we’ve got the tools to empower you to get out and vote:
Even if you’re not of voting age, yet there are more ways you can get involved: |
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Werk the polls so that your community doesn’t fall short of staff at your local polling location.
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Aye, aye Captain! Sign up to be a voter captain with DoSomething and we’ll support you in hosting voter registration drives in your community to get your friends registered.
Let's Do this DoSomething |
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The Art of Democracy looks a little something like this… |
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Young people in New York City are taking the opportunity to speak up about the love they have for their community - and what they want to see change such as homelessness, gun violence, and lack of clean spaces addressed by local officials.
If you are in NYC and are having major FOMO, we still have more to come! Hit up one of our next Storybooth events and start sounding off on the issues that make you want to, well, Do Something.
🗽 Wed. October 11, 2023: Caribbean Research Center Lecture Series x Art of Democracy - Medgar Evers College - Brooklyn, NY - 10am-1pm – RSVP
🗽 Thurs. October 12, 2023: Story Booth Series - Lehman College - Bronx, NY - 12pm-2pm – RSVP
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Portugal is speaking out… Sofia Oliveira and five other Portuguese young people are taking 32 European countries to court! They are holding the countries accountable for failing to take action to improve climate change.
These activists rise to the top… GLAAD’s 4th Annual 20 Under 20 list features young LGBTQIA+ activists ready to change the world for a brighter, more inclusive future. Let’s meet them!
Next Gen leaders apply… We’re excited to share that our friends at Tom’s of Maine are bringing back the Tom’s of Maine Incubator! They are looking for the next generation of leaders who want to take their environmental vision to the next level with the opportunity to earn $20,000 in funding, mentorship, and amplification. Now that’s Doing Something! Learn more and apply today before October 15th.
Heyyyy NYC… Bronx Bound Books, a Latin-owned mobile bookstore, is bringing diverse voices to you in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Their mobile bookstore and kiosk is now open and they will be featuring a novel from author C. G. Esperanza Saturday, Oct. 7th from 11am-1pm. Purchase tickets here.
The next chapter begins… The 2023 National Book Awards just released this year’s longlist for Young People’s Literature. Check out the list of YA novels up for the award. |
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FastWeb College Scholarships for Hispanic & Latinx Students |
CollegeXpress Our friends at CollegeXpress wants to give YOU the opportunity to earn a $1,000 scholarship, and all you have to do is answer one question! Complete a free profile on CollegeXpress and share your response to the following: Is candy corn tasty or is it trash?
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