In 2012 New Americans represented 11.8%  of all registered voters (source). Your vote can make a difference in the upcoming election! Even if you’re not eligible to vote you can still be heard by moving your friends and families to vote. Share this page with them so they can learn more.

The next election is on Tuesday, November 6th of 2018. Early voting is from October 22 – November 2. 

Join us for an early voting field trip on Friday, November 2nd! Sign up here!

Voting Resources

Can I vote?

You can vote in the November 6, 2018 Midterm Election if: you are a United States citizen, you are at least 18 years old and:

• You have been a DC resident for at least 30 days immediately prior to the election
• You do not claim voting residence or the right to vote in another U.S. State or territory
• You are not in jail serving a sentence for conviction of a crime that is a felony
• You have not been found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote.

How do I register to vote?

In DC you can register to vote during early voting or on Election Day. You will need to provide proof of residence that shows your name and current District of Columbia address.

Confirm or update your voter registration

• In Washington, DC
• In Maryland
• In Virginia

Where can I vote before November 6th?

Early voting began October 22 and runs through November 2. Visit the DC Board of Elections website to find an early voting center near you!

View your state ballot

Local elections matter. Decisions about education, roads, language access, safety, services, etc. are made at the local level. Enter your address or the address of a voter you know, and the website will provide a sample ballot. You can click on each candidate to find out more about them.

Citizenship Resources

Carlos Rosario offers citizenship classes Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Click here for more info.