Civically Engaged Organization Pledge Toolkit
Welcome!
CEO Pledge Badge:
Download the CEO Pledge Badge and post it to your website, your email signature or on social media to proudly display your commitment to civic engagement!
CEO Pledge Certificate:
Download the CEO Certificate to print and display in your office and/or retail space, serving as a reminder to staff, customers, and vendors to get involved in the community!
Social Media Graphics (click images to download):
Accessible Voting
Disability Pride Month: July is Disability Pride Month. We’re celebrating by making sure voters know about the many accommodations available at the polls. Watch for our posts this month and visit MyVote.CT.gov to learn more. #Disability Pride #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityVote
Accessible Polling Place: Federal and CT state laws require that polling places be accessible for all voters who want to vote in person. Find out about other voting rights in CT at MyVote.CT.gov! #DisabilityVote
Ballot Marking Devices: Ballot marking devices can be used by voters with a disability or anyone who prefers this option to vote. The device allows voters to make choices audibly, by using a touchscreen display, or with a sip/puff attachment. Watch a video to understand this system at MyVote.CT.gov! #DisabilityVote
Absentee Ballots for Voters with Disabilities: Having a disability that prevents you from voting in person is one of six reasons you can apply for an absentee ballot. Learn more at MyVote.CT.gov/absentee! #DisabilityVote
Holding Your Place in Line: If you have a disability and can’t stand in line at your polling place, don’t worry! You can ask the moderator to wait in line for you while or you can ask to be moved to the front of the line. Learn more to advocate for yourself at MyVote.CT.gov! #DisabilityVote
Assistance Filling Out the Ballot: Do you need help filling out your ballot because you have a disability? No problem, you can choose someone to help you! Some people are not allowed to help you such as your boss. Find out all the details of who can and can’t assist you at MyVote.CT.gov. #DisabilityVote
Civics
Power of Civics – Attend meetings: Civic knowledge helps you feel more confident when working with government. You can learn a lot by attending local meetings and hearing about the important issues in your town. Visit PowerofCivics.CT.gov to learn more! #GetInvolved #CivicEngagement
CT Civics Trivia: Answer: Odd-year municipal elections! Local officials can substantially shape your life, deciding who manages your schools, roads, emergency services, town’s budget, and so many other things. Use your vote to make your voice heard where it counts the most: right in your own community! #YourVoiceYourVote #MunicipalElections #CivicEngagement
July Recognition and Holidays
4th of July: This Independence Day let’s celebrate the spirit of democracy. Get civically informed, engaged, and ready to vote! Learn more about what steps you can take at PowerofCivics.CT.gov. #IndependenceDay #4thofJuly #CivicEngagement
Independent Retailer Month: July is Independent Retailer Month! When we make the effort to shop, eat, and vote local – we help our communities thrive. Invest in your town’s future and get registered at VoterRegistration.CT.gov. #flagday #civicspirit
How Can I Prepare for Possible Election Law Changes?
Are You Registered? Are you eligible to vote in CT but not yet registered? Don't delay! You can still register online with your CT driver's license at MyVote.ct.gov/register or visit your town’s registrar of voters office. #votewithconfidence #electionready #beheard
Check Your Registration: Laws might change, but your power doesn’t have to. Check your voter registration to be sure it’s valid and all details are correct at MyVote.ct.gov/lookup. A prepared voter is a powerful voter. #votewithconfidence #electionready #beheard
Trusted Source: Want election updates you can trust? Follow the CT Secretary of the State, your trusted source of information for election details, @ctsots. #votewithconfidence #electionready #beheard
Information on Parties
Partially Closed Primaries: In Connecticut, you must be registered with a party in order to vote in that party’s primary election. CT primaries are held on Sept. 9 this year. Check if you’re registered with a party at MyVote.ct.gov/lookup today! #voteready #votelocal
Independent does not mean Unaffiliated: Many people think being “independent” means you’re not a member of any party. But in Connecticut, that’s NOT true! Find out if you’re registered as independent or unaffiliated at MyVote.ct.gov/lookup. #voteready #votelocal
Help Stop Misinformation
Check Sources Before Sharing! #FactcheckingDay #StopMisinformation #CheckYourSources #StayInformed
How to Spot Videos Generated by A.I.: Don’t be fooled by videos that have been created by A.I. and are fake! Learn a few tricks to know when you’re watching a fake video. Let’s put a stop to spreading misinformation. Visit MyVote.CT.gov for all your trusted election information! #trustedinfo
How to Spot Photos Generated by A.I.: A.I. can create some realistic photos. But there are ways to spot a fake! Don’t be misled and don’t spread misinformation. And be sure to visit MyVote.CT.gov for all your trusted election information! #trustedinfo
The Power of Civics
Be an informed and active member of your community!
Voter Education:
Brochures to Print, Post or Email (click images to download):
Your Say. Your Day. Early Voting allows you to vote in person safely and securely before Election Day. To learn how to vote early, click the images below to download educational brochures, or visit MyVote.CT.gov for more information about elections in Connecticut.
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Early Voting Social Media Posts (click images to download):
What is Early Voting?
Early Voting is coming to CT this year! Are you ready? Go to MyVote.CT.gov for all you need to know about Early Voting. #earlyvoting
The First Election with Early Voting
If you are affiliated with a party, you can vote in the Presidential Preference Primary. Make sure you know when and where to vote! Visit MyVote.CT.gov for all you need to know about elections in CT.
How are Ballots Counted?
Early Voting will work differently than Election Day voting. Make sure you know the facts! Visit the Early Voting page on MyVote.CT.gov for all the info. #earlyvoting
Early Voting versus Absentee Ballots
Don’t be confused. Early Voting is not the same as voting by Absentee Ballots. Learn the difference at MyVote.CT.gov. #earlyvoting
Early Voting Locations
Early Voting locations are announced shortly before each election. Be sure you know where to go! Visit MyVote.CT.gov to find the location in your town. #earlyvoting
Early Voting on Weekends
Weekdays can be busy with work and life! Don’t worry, Early Voting includes Saturday and Sunday for most elections. Visit MyVote.CT.gov for Early Voting dates and times. #earlyvoting
Other States with Early Voting
Did you know Early Voting has been occurring in other states for decades? It may be new to CT, but it’s not a new concept. Be sure you’re ready for Early Voting by going to MyVote.CT.gov for all the facts. #earlyvoting
With Early Voting starting, what hasn’t changed?
Yes, Early Voting starts this year. But not everything has changed! You can still vote on Election Day or by Absentee Ballot. To find out more information about all voting options, visit MyVote.CT.gov. #earlyvoting
Learn about Parties in CT
What’s the difference between being an Independent and being Unaffiliated in CT? It’s huge! If you’re an Independent, you’re registered with the Independent party. If you’re Unaffiliated, you’re not enrolled in any party. Be sure you know how you’re registered. Find out at MyVote.ct.gov/lookup today!
Absentee Ballot Informational Videos (click images to view videos):
Absentee Ballot Facts.
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Absentee Ballot Voting Explained.
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Voto en Ausencia, Explicado en Español
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Civics 101 Document:
Email this non-partisan educational document to staff and/or clients to help them better understand how government works and why voting is important.
CEO Pledge Starter Social Media Posts:
CEO Pledge Announcement Option #1
- Facebook / Instagram / X: We just became a Civically Engaged Organization (CEO), committing to help make our community an educated and strong place for us all to live and work. @CTSots has info about how to engage with your community at civics101.ct.gov. Who else is in??
CEO Pledge Announcement Option #2
- Facebook / Instagram / X: We/I have a new title to add to my/our business cards – CEO! We’ve committed to being a Civically Engaged Organization to help educate our community on how to get involved. Everyone can text VOTE to 860.321.4221 to stay informed about key election dates.
Voter Registration Tip
- Facebook / Instagram / X: Are you registered to vote? It’s easy to do and can be done online! Visit voterregistration.ct.gov/OLVR/welcome.do to get started! #CTSots
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