Join the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office for the launch of the Election Academy, a new learning series on how elections are administered in Philadelphia.
This kickoff event provides a behind-the-scenes look at election administration and warehouse operations. Participants will tour the facility where voting machines, electronic poll books, and other materials are prepared and secured and hear directly from election officials about the systems and safeguards that support free, fair, and secure elections.
Whether you serve as a judge of election, committee person, ward leader, or simply want to better understand how elections are administered, this session offers practical insight into the scale, structure, and security procedures that help ensure every vote is handled with care.
What You’ll Learn
- Who runs elections in Philadelphia and how responsibilities are divided
- How election materials are prepared, stored, and secured
- The logistics of administering elections in a large county
- Why documented chain-of-custody procedures are essential to public trust
Registration & Capacity
Space is limited, so registration is required and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Walk-ins will not be permitted.