Every September, advocates, self-advocates, disability organizations, and community partners across the country recognize Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW), a national campaign led by the American Association of People with Disabilities
and the REV UP Campaign. The week highlights the importance of ensuring people with disabilities have equal access to the voting process and the opportunity to make their voices heard.
Voting gives people a say in decisions that affect their daily lives, from healthcare and transportation to education, employment, and disability services. Yet many people with disabilities still encounter barriers to participation, including inaccessible polling places, transportation challenges, limited access to voting technology, and confusing registration processes.
As one of the largest minority groups in the United States, people with disabilities have valuable perspectives that deserve to be represented at the ballot box. Disability Voting Rights Week is a reminder that civic participation is a right, and that communities are stronger when everyone has the opportunity to take part.
At KenCrest, we believe self-advocacy includes having a voice in the issues and policies that affect your life. That's why we support opportunities for people to learn about the voting process, understand their rights, and participate in civic life.
How You Can Participate in Disability Voting Rights Week
There are many ways to get involved:
- Verify your voter registration status.
- Learn about voting options available in your state.
- Help others understand their voting rights.
- Share information about Disability Voting Rights Week.
- Attend community advocacy events.
- Encourage conversations about disability rights and civic engagement.
- Support policies that increase accessibility and participation.
Advocacy does not end on Election Day. Whether you're speaking with elected officials, educating your community, joining an advocacy group, or helping someone access voting resources, every action helps strengthen inclusion and representation for people with disabilities.
Looking for a way to get involved? Join KenCrest's Mock Voting Event on September 25 at the Willow Grove Giant Community Center to practice casting a ballot, learn about advocacy and voting rights, explore voter resources, and register to vote. A second mock voting event is planned for October, with more details coming soon. Together, these events are designed to help people feel informed, confident, and ready to make their voices heard on Election Day.
This Disability Voting Rights Week, we invite you to learn more about voting access, support disability advocacy efforts, and use your voice to help build communities where everyone can participate fully.
Because when every voice is heard, our communities are stronger.
Make Your Voice Count
Register to vote, learn about accessible voting options, and join the movement to protect voting rights for people with disabilities. Every voice deserves to be heard.
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