Join the ACLU's Election Protection Team and Volunteer as an Election Observer

What are you doing on November 5? (Besides voting, that is!) Want to join our Election Protection Team?

For years, the ACLU has been engaged in election protection efforts, working to ensure easy, fair, and safe access to the ballot box. We do this by working with our partners to provide individual assistance through the Election Protection Hotline, by addressing systemic issues affecting access to the polls, and, when necessary, seeking relief for voters in the courts.

But this year, we want your help. Will you join us as an Election Observer in Aberdeen or Sioux Falls? 

Election Observers will play a crucial role in monitoring polling places for issues affecting voters, ensuring there is no voter disenfranchisement, and tracking any problems that can be fixed for future elections. You don't have to have any specific expertise – we'll train you! The only requirement is that you're not a candidate for office and that you're available for at least a two-hour shift on Election Day.

Want to learn more? RSVP to attend one of our training sessions to become a 2024 Election Observer.

Aberdeen Election Observer Training
Tuesday, August 20, 6 p.m.
K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library
215 4th Avenue SE
Aberdeen, SD 57401

Sioux Falls Election Observer Training
Wednesday, August 21, 5:45 p.m.
Siouxland Libraries, Meeting Room A
200 N. Dakota Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Our democracy works best when all eligible voters can cast their ballots. With your help, we'll protect every South Dakotan's right to vote in 2024 and beyond.