Resources for
Voter Education and
Civic Engagement

For voters with disabilities
The EVGP Model
Why: Voter Motivation
How: Voting Process
Voting is as easy as 1-2-3
Helping people register
Helping people go vote
Voters with disabilities
What: Elections & Issues
Teaching Materials
Poll Workers

 

 

Let voters with disabilities know the following information:

  • You can ask for physical assistance. If you are unable to mark your ballot personally, you may be assisted by up to 2 people of your choice (excluding your employer, your labor union leader or their representatives).

  • If a polling place is not accessible, get as close as you can and ask a poll worker to provide "curbside voting." The poll worker will bring the voting materials to you.

  • You can get the information in the official Voter Information Guide on tape. To order a tape or for more information about your rights, visit the Secretary of State's website.

  • The 10-point Voter Bill of Rights, a one-page sheet published by the California Secretary of State, includes things such as the right to receive assistance in casting a ballot and the right to receive a new ballot if you make a mistake while voting.

  • Many organizations are committed to helping voters with disabilities in California. Great resources include Protection and Advocacy, Inc. and the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers.