This just in: on Monday, Walter Wallace, Jr., a 27-year-old Black man, was killed by police in Philadelphia. Learn what happened, how to practice self-care, and how to take action. Then read on: 75% of young people say voting is the most powerful way to fight for racial justice. We’re here to help power that fight.

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Hey y’all. BIG news: The DoSomething community has officially registered over 250,000 voters(!!!), the most in our org’s history and more than *double* our total in 2018. Umm YEAH.

We did this. YOU did this. Yep, despite a global pandemic, a summer of chaos, and voter suppression, members like you showed that you would not be denied and would not be stopped. And don’t look now: thanks to these massive registration figures, “young people are turning out like woah” and are primed to literally help decide this election.

We at DoSomething are proud. We’re inspired. And we’re fired up...that *you’re* so fired up. Because this election is about you, your vote, and your power to create a better future.

You are a Voter. We are The Voters. Now, it’s time to vote.

Let’s Do This!

Ben, Editor-in-chief

What’s the Only Thing Better Than Voting On Election Day?

Voting *before* Election Day.

More than 3 million young people have already voted, and more young voters are expected to vote early (in person) or by mail than ever before.

No matter how you’re voting, check out your sample ballot and learn about all the candidates and issues you’re voting on. (You can also learn how to reduce pre-election stress.)
If you’re voting in person, find your polling place and learn what you need to bring in order to cast your vote.
If you’re voting absentee or by mail, learn how to avoid mistakes when filling out your ballot, how to return your ballot, and how to track your ballot’s status to make sure your vote is counted.

DoSomething Member Emily, who distributed 13 of her own no-sew masks

Since the beginning of the pandemic, DoSomething members have made over 24,000 masks to help slow the spread of the coronavirus -- including DoSomething member Emily, 17, who made and distributed 13 masks of her own through our No-Sew Mask campaign.

“As I see COVID cases rise in my area, it feels good to do something that can make a difference,” Emily says. “I can serve as an example to my peers by always wearing my mask.”

Make a Mask

If you’re feeling stressed this election season… check out these 7 tips for managing election-related stress and anxiety.

Amy Coney Barrett was just confirmed to the Supreme Court… and she could have an immediate impact on American democracy.

The world is watching the #EndSARS movement… learn about what’s happening in Nigeria and how you can help in the global fight against police brutality.

Catch us at the 10th Annual Streamy Awards… where we’re honored to be nominated in the Social Good Campaign category for our Teens for Jeans campaign.

Need some help understanding your candidates?... Campus Election Engagement Project has got you covered with state-specific non-partisan candidate guides.

Connect with the next generation of leaders… through The Female Quotients’ Next Gen community of students and young professionals -- featuring virtual and IRL experiences, interactive content series, mentorship, recruiting, and leadership bootcamps.

This week in Black joy… Philadelphia voters are dancing in line at the polls because “no one is getting in the way of our joy or our vote.”

“So many lives have been affected, and I want to see a day where masks are no longer needed.” - DoSomething member Kennedy, 19

“I want to protect others by wearing a mask and also provide them a mask so that they can protect themselves.” - DoSomething member Jayline, 17

“We need to look out for one another in whatever capacity we can.” - DoSomething member Anthony, 17