Good Trouble Lives On
2025-07-17
As we honor the life of Congressman John Lewis, we must remember that Good Trouble Lives On!
July 17th marks the 5th anniversary of the passing of Congressman John Lewis. Coined by Congressman Lewis “Good Trouble” is the act of coming together for peaceful action to challenge injustices. “Good Trouble Lives On” is a National Day of Action as a response to the attacks on our nation’s democracy and human rights.
On July 17th, make good trouble by joining a rally in your area. Click the link to find one close to you. https://goodtroubleliveson.org/#attend

Democracy Defenders: Testifying at a Hearing or Public Meeting
2025-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax)
Join us in becoming a Democracy Defender! For our next episode of the webinar series, we will hear from LWVNYS Executive Director, Erica Smitka, who will host a training on how to properly testify during a hearing or public meeting. Be sure to join us on July 23rd at 6pm to learn tips and skills to implement.
Click here to register today!

Democracy Defenders: Understanding Ranked Choice Voting
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for our next episode with League of Women Voters Rochester Metro Area President, Barbara Grosh, for a ranked choice voting training. With the election right around the corner, we want to make sure our members are prepared and understand how ranked choice voting works. Register TODAY!

Democracy Defenders:Redistricting's Influence on Election Results
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for our next episode we will be joined by Jeffrey M. Wice, Distinguished Adjunct Professor and Senior Fellow at the NY Elections, Census & Redistricting Institute, New York Law School. He’ll break down how redistricting shapes election outcomes and explore mid-election redistricting efforts happening across the country—plus what’s ahead for New York State. Register TODAY!

National Voter Registration Day
2025-09-16

Last day to make changes to your registration (GENERAL ELECTION)
2025-10-20
Changes of name and/or address by registered voters must be received by the BOE 15 days before the election

Apply for military ballot if NOT previously registered (GENERAL ELECTION)
2025-10-25
Oct 25: Last day for board of elections to RECEIVE application for Military/Special Federal/UOCAVA ballot if NOT previously registered

Golden Day (GENERAL ELECTION)
2025-10-25
October 25 is the final day to register to vote AND also the first day of Early Voting. All those eligible to register to vote in New York State may use an affidavit ballot AND vote on October 25.

Apply for military ballot if previously registered (GENERAL ELECTION)
2025-10-28
Oct 28: Last day for board of elections to RECEIVE application for Military/Special Federal/UOCAVA ballot if previously registered

Change of Party Enrollment (MIDTERM PRIMARY ELECTION)
2026-02-14
An application to change your party enrollment for the 2026 primary election must be received by the board of elections by February 14th, 2026.
