CITIZEN'S GUIDE FOR CHANGE

VOTER REGISTRATION
www.yourvotematters.org

1. Before The Elections - Ask the Candidates
-- Ask the Candidates where they stand on the Issues
-- Set up a Candidate Forum Event
-- Learn about Virginia's Conservation Issues
-- Developing Local Accountability

2. Voting in Virginia - Preparing to Vote Environment
Virginia State Board of Elections www.sbe.state.va.us
-- Information about Voting
-- Information about Absentee Voting
-- Information about Upcoming Elections
-- VOTER REGISTRATION www.yourvotematters.org
Who's My Legislator?
Where Do I Vote?
Which Candidates Are Running

3. Voting in Virginia - What to Do On Election Day
-- VALCV-EF Voter Education
-- Volunteer to Get Out The Vote (GOTV)
-- Choosing to Vote Environment

4. After the Election - Lobbying Your Legislators
Lobbying for Change
-- Lobbying for Success Booklet (PDF document)
-- Feedback Form to document your meeting with a legislator

5. Seeking Real Solutions - Stay Involved!
-- Citizen's Guide for Staying Involved
-- Join one of our Legislative Contact Teams
-- Attend one of our Legislative Forums in your area
-- Sign Up for CAV Email Alerts

--Check out the Conservation Action Manual for a How-To on a number of advocacy methods including letters to the editor, writing your delegate, and even researching political contributions.