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MassVOTE is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that seeks to increase voter participation in our state. We advocate for electoral justice for the sake of building a government truly representative of the people.
In 1999, a small group of community leaders came together to close the voter turnout gap between white, suburban areas and urban communities of color.
Today MassVOTE works on a nonpartisan basis to increase voter registration, education, and participation in historically underrepresented communities in Massachusetts to promote social, economic, environmental, and racial justice.
MassVOTE trains nonprofit staff and volunteers - people with legitimacy, credibility, and relationships in the community- to tie voting people's everyday concerns. When people go to community nonprofits for healthcare, affordable housing, and childcare, MassVOTE helps them become engaged voters whose voices will be heard.
Democracy for All
MassVOTE is rooted in this country’s historical struggles for racial equality over the past 200+ years, and initiated by the passing of the cornerstone civil rights legislation, the Voting Rights Acts of 1965. Our roots stem from those that worked to create and form a culture of civic participation among historically disenfranchised groups in underserved communities across the country. Today these communities comprise the “rising electorate” of Massachusetts, comprised of people of color, naturalized citizens, youth and low income voters. Our Democracy for All program continues our work in promoting non-partisan voter education, engagement and participation in our democratic system. Learn more about our program areas:
Fair Elections Agenda
MassVote has been a leading advocate for voter participation and fair elections for over a decade. Through legislative advocacy, voter activation, and education work, MassVote has been working tirelessly to ensure that every voice is heard and every vote counts. Join us in our mission to strengthen democracy and promote civic engagement.
Women's Pipeline for Change
The Women’s Pipeline for Change envisions a consistent stream of women of color entering public life and leading their communities at all levels, resulting in a vibrant and inclusive political system and sensible policy and budget priorities for children, families, and communities The Pipeline is a coalition comprised of progressive women of color leaders, women of color-led organizations and allies from various sectors. We have advanced different initiatives to understand, build and support progressive women of color in public leadership that complement current organizations and resources in Massachusetts.
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