Thursday, October 3, 10am-12noon, League of Women Voters of Ohio, 471 E. Broad St., Ste. 1630

We are coming down to the final few days. The news shows us that election protection is needed here in Ohio.

As faith leaders, social workers, teachers, or counselors, you are uniquely equipped to help keep Ohio elections welcoming, peaceful, and safe for everyone. That’s why you are invited to be a Peacekeeper at the Polls. And we have opportunities for you to take action.

Our society and political landscape have become divisive; anxiety and tensions can easily rise. To keep voters safe, we must help de-escalate harassment or verbal attacks at the polls. Leaders like you are uniquely situated to help defuse tensions that may otherwise lead to conflict.

We plan to have Peacekeeper Teams of at least two at the polls and Poll Monitors during Early Voting — especially the last two Weekends — and on Election Day.

Peacekeepers:

• Provide a ministry of presence, a calming influence when tensions might run high

• De-escalate potential conflicts using methods developed during the Civil Rights Movement.

• Practical support to voters using the 866-OUR-VOTE support hotline

Please bring your skills and courageous faith to support democracy and love in these challenging times.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Hosted by Ohio Council of Churches.