Democracy Project
Empowering Youth for Civic Engagement.
The 100 BMM Democracy Project is a critical, nonpartisan initiative designed to equip the youth of our community with the essential knowledge, exposure, and experiences needed to fully understand their rights, responsibilities, and the electoral process. Our core function is to ensure that members of "All" populations are empowered participants in our democracy, prepared to engage confidently and effectively with their civic duties.
Incentives and Capstone Experience
We recognize the commitment of our participants.
Participant Stipend: Each registered student will receive a participant stipend based on their attendance.
Capstone Program: Students are permitted to attend the Democracy Project Capstone Program, "A Day at Our Capitol," offering a valuable exposure and experience in the heart of our state's democratic process.
Program Goals
Our goal is to train participants on the follwoing topics:
Voter Registration: The precise process of how to register to vote and how to check one's registration status.
Casting a Ballot: Identifying one's polling place, the procedure for requesting an absentee ballot, and how to track its status.
Civic Advocacy: Non-partisan methods for reminding individuals about the crucial November and April elections.
Resource Navigation: How to contact the City Clerk's office and where to direct individuals with a felony conviction to get voting information and assistance.
Understanding the Law: How to acquire detailed information on Wisconsin voting laws.
Voter Safety: Essential protocols for what to do if an individual is harassed or threatened while attempting to vote or register to vote.
Target Age/Grade Level
High School Students, Grades 9 - 12