Events

Election Academy: Understanding Vote By Mail

As part of the Election Academy series, the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office are hosting a set of in-person classes focused on understanding vote-by-mail in Philadelphia.

Classes will take place inside Philadelphia’s Satellite Election Offices, giving participants the opportunity to see firsthand how these locations serve voters. At these offices, residents can register to vote, apply for a mail ballot, receive their ballot, complete it, and return it to a secure drop box.

These classes are designed to help community members and organizers understand the vote-by-mail process more clearly so they can share accurate information and confidently guide voters through each step.

Whether you assist voters in your community, work with congregate living facilities, serve as a committee person, or simply want to better understand how vote-by-mail works, this session will provide clear guidance on the process and the safeguards that help ensure every ballot is handled securely.

What You’ll Learn

  • The services available at Philadelphia’s Satellite Election Offices
  • How vote-by-mail works in Philadelphia
  • Common mail ballot mistakes and how to avoid them
  • How voters can replace damaged or incorrect ballot materials
  • Security measures that protect and track mail ballots

Training Locations & Dates

Please register for the specific location you plan to attend.

Monday, March 23

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • SEO 4 – 5610 Lancaster Avenue (West Philadelphia)

Tuesday, March 24

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • SEO 9 – 6233 North Broad Street (North Philadelphia)

Thursday, March 26

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • SEO 7 – 2739 North 5th Street (North Philadelphia)

Monday, March 30

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • SEO 10 – 1619 Grant Avenue (Northeast Philadelphia)

Tuesday, March 31

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • SEO 1 – 1835 South Broad Street (South Philadelphia)

Registration & Capacity

Space is limited to maintain an interactive learning experience. You should only attend one training and registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and participants must register using the link for the specific session they plan to attend.

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