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Date: 10/24/2024
Subject: LWVOC Newsletter & Events
From: Lisa K Adkins


What can you do in twelve days to make a difference for voters in the NOV 5 election?
LWVOC President Rev. Kathy Schmitz will be speaking with WFTV 9 News today, explaining the six statewide amendments.  Look for her on their newscasts and website.
As part of their GOTV initiative, the Orlando Magic will announce election resources available through VOTE411 and the LWVOC at next Monday's game against the Pacers.  Ticket information below!
 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
OCT 28, 7:00pm, Orlando Magic
Get Out the Vote Announcement
Attend the Magic-Pacers game and hear how Vote411 and LWVOC are election resources!
 
 
NOV 13, 11am, Hot Topics
How Florida Can Reduce Gun Violence
Winter Park Events Center
LAST Hot Topics of 2024!
JOIN US next month for this very important program as grassroots leaders share their experiences and ideas on how to prevent gun violence in our community. The panel includes Abraham Morris, who directs Orlando’s Community Violence Intervention model to reduce gun violence and criminal justice involvement and My Brother’s Keeper Initiative to reduce school suspensions and expulsions; Ruben Saldaña, who has been nominated as Central Floridian of the Year and a former gang member who now runs mixed martial arts and boxing programs designed to steer kids away from street violence; and Dr. Shanta Barton-Stubbs, who founded and directs the New Image Youth Center, a safe place for at-risk children to participate in fitness and mentoring programs. Patti Brigham, former LWVOC & LWVFL president and founder at Prevent Gun Violence Florida will be moderating.
Register HERE for our LAST 2024 Hot Topics!
 
 
Strength in Diversity: The Complex Hispanic Vote
 
Our rescheduled October Hot Topics is now available on YouTube!  Not letting a hurricane stop us, the team pivoted and put together a Zoom Hot Topics with this incredible panel of young voter advocates of the Hispanic/Latina-Latino community.
 
Click HERE to watch the recording, learning valuable insights about this new generation of voters!
 
 
BE VOTE READY
Don't forget to sign your vote-by-mail ballot envelope!
Your vote-by-mail ballot will not count if the signature on the return envelope does not match the signature on file. Signatures often change due to age, injury, or illness.

To update your signature, complete a Florida Voter Registration Application (English PDF, Division of Elections Website).                                                                                                                 

Questions? Contact the Supervisor of Elections office: (407) 836-8683
Beware of false claims about the election. We expect bad actors to spread disinformation in order to cast doubt for their own political gain. You can report election disinformation you see online at https://reportdisinfo.org/. We all deserve to have our voices heard. Disinformation dealers want you to be confused to keep you from participating in our democracy. Be sure to get the info you need at VOTE411.org Election officials implement ballot processing and tabulation safeguards designed to ensure each ballot cast in the election can be correctly counted. These safeguards include chain of custody procedures, auditable logging requirements, and canvass processes.
 
 
Click HERE to read and download quick reference voting guides in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Take time to prepare as this November’s ballot will be 4 pages long! There are lots of ballot questions: 10 for the Orange County Charter and 6 for the state. We've prepared a special voter guide to help you navigate your amendment choices.
LAST DAY to request a VBM ballot is today, OCT 24 by 5PM
--Online through the vote-by-mail request    By phone--call them at 407-836-8683
EARLY VOTING begins runs through Nov 3
Voting sites can be found here:  https://ocfelections.gov/early-voting
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Leaguers wear many hats during election season.  Joan Erwin, left, prepped everyone for marching in last weekend's Orlando Pride Parade.  The enthusiastic attendees appreciated our message of #Votes4All and #VoteEarly.  Enjoy the photos and see the complete 2024 Orlando Pride Parade photo album HERE.
Edna Torres

Catherine Smith

Gianna Rivera

Giovanna Chevalier

Gwen Kowalski

Rebecca Henry

Frances Ferrato
 
Share this newsletter and invite your family and social circles to JOIN the League of Women Voters of Orange County!
Leila W. Allen, Giving Society
 
Kathy Sheerin, Giving Society, "thanks to the democracy warriors of the Voter Services Committee"
 
Nancy Nix, Giving Society, "in recognition of the hard-working Voter Services Committee"
 
Susan Morris, generous gift to the LWVOC Fund
 
Linda Chastain, "in thanks to Jennifer & Phil Anderson for their continued generosity"
 
Marilyn Baldwin, "in recognition of the DEIA Committee"
 
Anonymous, Giving Society, "in gratitude to Janet Ziomek for her many contributions of time and talent"
 
Visit our Donor page to see the MANY different ways you can support the League of Women Voters of Orange County.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
LWV UCF is planning an exciting campus-wide event on October 30th to encourage students to vote early, by mail, or at the polls. They have asked for our participation and support. There will be festivities at the Reflecting Pool with tabling and snacks, and perhaps golf carts for transportation to the Orange County early voting site right on campus. We have also been invited to become roving campus ambassadors for all things voting (canvassers). We have openings in both the morning and early afternoon shifts on October 30.
Click here: LWV-UCF Party to the Polls
 
 
The Florida Right To Clean Water team has a great idea for collecting a bazillion petitions on Election Day! Collecting Clean Water petitions from people standing in line is SUPER EASY! Check out those opportunities on the League's Volunteer page. Ask a friend to join you – you don’t need to be a LWV member!  Visit Volunteering Opportunities and choose from multiple "Election Day Petition Gathering" locations and times.
 
SIGN UP HERE!  Members, be sure you're logged into the system and visit our site page for ALL the available openings. 
With the NOV 5 election around the corner, we hope you have plugged into the power of your vote to protect democracy. 

Jennifer and Phil Anderson are back! Thanks to their generosity, we are pleased to announce that any gift you make by November 5 will be doubled by a matching grant up to $25,000.

Click to DOUBLE your gift

Sponsors are vital to our work to empower voters by providing timely information for the benefit of non-partisan civic engagement in our community.

To further explore how becoming a Hot Topics Sponsor can align with your business goals, please contact LWVOC Vice President, Lee Rambeau Kemp HERE

A range of sponsorship levels are available.

Why Give?  Your financial support fuels our mission to educate, empower, and advocate for informed and active voters. As we strive to build a democracy that works for everyone, your donation becomes a catalyst for positive change. Your gift supports:

Voter Empowerment: We are dedicated to providing unbiased and comprehensive information to voters. Your donation bolsters information and education initiatives, allowing voters to make more informed choices at the ballot box.

Civic Engagement Programs: Our community outreach and educational programs encourage active participation in civic life. Your support helps organize events and community forums that foster dialogue and engagement among community members.

Advocating for Democracy: The League of Women Voters of Orange County is a relentless advocate for policies that enhance democracy and protect the rights of all citizens. Your gift adds your voice as an advocate for positive change.

Accessible Elections: We work tirelessly to ensure that elections are accessible to all citizens. Your gift helps eliminate barriers to voting and promotes fair and inclusive elections.

 Ways You Can Make a Difference

One-Time Gift: A single gift has a significant impact on our programs and initiatives.

Sustaining Gift: Join our community of sustaining donors by making a monthly, quarterly or annual commitment to support our goal for a vibrant democracy.

Corporate  or Individual Sponsorship: Partner with us to promote social responsibility and contribute to the betterment of our community.
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