It's Time to GET OUR HER VOTE !

It's Time to GET OUR HER VOTE !

2006 is an election year. With our national at war, the right to abortion and birth control in jeopardy, global warming increasing, and attacks on affirmative action, it is time for young feminists across the country to register and vote on November 7!

In 2002, the last non-presidential election, less than 20% of 18-24 years olds voted, but more than 60% of senior citizens made it to the polls. This is why social security dwarfs issues young people care about like women's rights, reproductive choice, affirmative action, civil liberties, global peace, and the environment. This is our future; we must play a part in how it is determined.

The Get Out Her Vote Campaign (GOHV) is a student voter education and registration initiative aimed at significantly increasing registration and voting by young women. GOHV legally targets young women and students of color because they are traditionally underrepresented .

GOHV is a non-partisan campaign in accordance with the laws and regulations governing 501c3 organizations. This means your FMLA cannot support an individual candidate or party - Democratic, Green, Republican, Independent, etc. In addition, your FMLA must afford everyone the opportunity to register to vote regardless of their party affiliation. While partisan groups are focusing on candidates you will focusing on the importance of voting and what is at stake for young people, especially young women and people of color!

By focusing on at least four issues your group will stand out with students and this will help increase the group's membership. GOHV also offers group members an option for civic involvement that can make a difference but only lasts a few short months. Most state's registration deadlines end in early October!

Here's your chance to get involved!

The Feminist Majority Foundation has compiled these materials and this website to help you launch a successful Get Out Her Vote (GOHV) campaign on your campus.

1. Getting Started - Everything you need to know about planning and launching a successful campaign.
   
2. Frequently Asked Questions - A fact sheet to prepare you for questions from college voters.
   
3. Spreading the Word - Ideas on how to publicize your activities and reach student voters.
   
4. What is at Stake? - An issue guide to the 2006 elections. Read to learn about what's at stake for young people and voting.
   
5. Why HER Vote Counts - Get the numbers: women must vote in order for women's issues to be addressed !
   

With these materials, the FMLA/affiliate is empowered to get out the feminist vote. Remember - FMF campus organizers are available and more than willing to help, so feel free to get in touch and make sure to bookmark www.getoutHERvote.org for the latest materials and updates.

And listen to this radio PSA about Why Get Out Her Vote: Sheryl Crow