As women in technology we are called to lead—and others rely on us to do so—in countless ways. And, we believe that diversity and inclusion in business means little if the same does not apply throughout our society and through our democratic processes.
According to the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, North Carolina receives a “D” for women’s political participation in the state:
As women in technology we are called to lead—and others rely on us to do so—in countless ways. And, we believe that diversity and inclusion in business means little if the same does not apply throughout our society and through our democratic processes.
According to the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, North Carolina receives a “D” for women’s political participation in the state:
North Carolina is ranked 24th out of 50 for both voter registration and turnout, only roughly 50% of women vote in our state.
North Carolina ranks 43rd in terms of women in elected office index.
North Carolina ranks 43rd in terms of women in elected office index.
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The Alliance of Women in Technology has developed simple and business-friendly resources to enable our members to empower and encourage others to exercise their right to vote.
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Below are links where you can download calendar reminders pre-populated with important deadlines and details. After you download, feel free to share in your workplace.
Election day volunteer positions have traditionally been filled mostly by retirees. However, with this population most at risk from COVID, election boards are seeking volunteer applications. Find out more here and sign up to serve as a NC election official here.
ICALENDAR/GOOGLE CALENDAR
Registration deadlines – October 9
Early voting begins in NC: October 15
Early voting ends in NC: October 31
Absentee voter deadlines in NC -
Application by mail – October 27
Submission by mail – November 3
Submission in person – November 3
Finally, if you would like to join our list of members who are committing to advocate in their companies for paid time off to vote and/or volunteer, simply add the number of employees at your company to our ticker here. And if your business would like to be identified as part of this movement in North Carolina, the Alliance will be distributing a news release soon, and we would love to feature your company in it! We believe workers shouldn’t have to choose between a paycheck and exercising their voting rights.
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