Poll Observer Training (DPVA Coordinated Campaign) - Various dates through Thurs., Oct. 30 @ 7 PM; Zoom. The Democratic Party of Virginia Coordinated Campaign’s Voter Protection team is working to ensure that every voter has access to the polls and that every vote is counted. To accomplish this, we need your help! Please join us for one of our trainings to be a poll observer for Early Vote and Election Day. Poll observers are our eyes and ears on the ground at polling places across the state on Election Day. They identify potential issues at the polls and work us and election officials to protect voters. We will train, assign, and support you to make sure that you are as prepared and effective as possible on your Election Day or Early Vote shift. You must attend at least one training to be a poll observer. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

• On-Demand Poll Observer Training (DPVA Coordinated Campaign) - Participants may choose their own date and time; Zoom. Training is the same as above, but self-guided.  

Protect the Vote: Quick Training for ALL Volunteers (FCDC Election Law & Voter Protection) - Weekly starting Oct. 6 @ 7 PM; Zoom. This training is for all FCDC volunteers with a special focus on helping poll greeters and precinct captains protect voting rights! Training will cover voting access issues that often come up outside of polling locations, including disability access, long lines, and political demonstrations. We will also discuss voting rights and how to handle common voting problems, possible solutions, and how you can ensure that every voter can cast a ballot and have it counted! The training will last 30 minutes; however, optional time for questions may go beyond half an hour. All training sessions are identical; choose the date that works best for you!