In the largest activation in history, the League of Women Voters will host more than 600 voter registration events this year in recognition of National Voter Registration Day. 

This story was originally published in the Ohio Capital Journal on June 7, 2024.

Twenty years ago, Kelly McFarland Stratman was among the Ohioans working on reform to the state’s redistricting process as a member of the League of Women Voters. Now she’s the co-CEO of the national group.

“The mission of the league could not be more critical or more needed,” she told the Capital Journal in an interview amid a return visit to the state that started it all for her. “Our democracy is a gift and it is something that is fragile, and it requires care and attention.”
 

Important dates and election information from AARP about requirements for voter registration and voting, voting early or by absentee ballot, accessibility for those living with disabilities, finding your polling location for voting in person on election day, and where to find official information.

Read this quick guide for what you need to know to be ready to vote early, by absentee ballot, or in person for the August 13 primary elections.