V Is For Vote is a grassroots voting campaign created with and by thousands of local V-Day activists and individuals in the U.S. V-Day activists will mobilize register and get out the vote efforts anchored around their V-Day 2004 events and activities. V-Day is outreaching to the Presidential candidates urging them to make Violence Against Women a central issue of their campaign platforms, not a sideline or "women's" issue. Ultimately, V-Day will mobilize its activism into political power through V Is For Vote as V-Day supporters “Vote to End Violence.”
V-Day is a non-partisan, 501 (c)(3) organization and we do not align ourselves with any particular political party or candidates.
Through Election Day - Tuesday, November 2, 2004, “V Is For Vote” will build on three fronts:
REGISTER AND ROCK THE VOTE
Voter Registration: Visit www.vday.org/vote/register to register online with registration forms and how to’s , courtesy of Rock The Vote. You can also download and print out registration forms and instructions at www.vday.org/vote/register.
Visit a V Is For Vote booth at your local V-Day event, student center, or in your community to register hands-on. To find the V-Day event near you, visit vday.org/events.
EDUCATE AND ACTIVATE
Knowledge is Power: Learn what the candidates are saying about Violence Against Women. V-Day is approaching the leading candidates for President in 2004 for their views. Also, you will be able to read essays and information on Violence Against Women as a political issue and on human security. (Coming soon)
Create your own V-Posse: Gather ten friends, neighbors, colleagues, or fellow students, eligible voters – register, educate and get each other to the polls! Have each person create her or his own posse and spread the word exponentially! Sign up here .
Become a Local Leader: Run for local office and make women’s safety a priority in your community.
VOICE AND VOTE
Speak Your Mind-Why Vote?: This site will also provide interactive opportunities for you to sound your own voice and learn from others about Violence Against Women as a political issue. (Coming soon)
Spread The Word: Plaster V Is For Vote messages throughout your campus and community: “Value Your Vagina –Vote!” stickers are soon to be available online. Create your own signs and slogans urging your eligible voters to Vote! (Coming soon)
