First of All, We Vote
Your essential guide to informed voting and civic engagement.
Join Alpha Phi Alpha at the forefront of civic engagement and leadership.
1. Verify your voter registration using the form below, or register to vote if you are unregistered and eligible.
2. Prepare yourself. Get ready for voting day by understanding where, when, and how to vote. Scroll down for more.
3. Lead by example. Help others in our community register to vote by sharing the link to this resource page.
4. Share your experience. Encourage others to take action by leveraging your social media presence. See below for examples.
Get Ready To Vote
April 16, 2024: Special election for 13th and 25th House Districts
May 7, 2024: May election date for certain counties
July 22, 2024: Deadline to register to vote online or by mail and be eligible to vote in the August Primary
August 2, 2024: Deadline to request an absentee ballot in online or through the mail
August 6, 2024: Primary
October 21, 2024: Deadline to rergister to vote online or by mail and be eligible to vote in the November election
November 5, 2024: General Election
Source: Detroit Free Press
Every state has different rules on voting. It’s super easy to find out what to do! Check your state’s rules here!
Are you interested in getting more involved in your local elections?
Join democracy's frontline heroes by becoming a poll worker today! Your role as a poll worker is vital in ensuring fair and accessible elections, helping to shape the future of our community. Discover how you can make a difference and uphold the integrity of our voting process — learn more about becoming a poll worker here.
Lead By Example
Take a moment to think of 2-3 people in your family, friend circle, and/or community who you can encourage to check their registration or get registered. Sharing your experience and the significance of voting within our communities can inspire others to take action.
Share Your Experience
We encourage you to leverage your social media platforms to extend the message to vote and access to these resources.
Share voting posts and content from @lansingalphas and @feelgoodaction to your social media.
Make your own social media post, write an email, and/or send a text encouraging those in your network and community to get out and vote.
In partnership with Feel Good Action. Feel Good Action is a nonprofit that uses the power of social networks and digital media to motivate individual and collective action to advance resilient communities, just societies, and a healthy planet.