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SUMMARY:National Election Hero Day
DESCRIPTION:On Nov. 6\, we will recognize the immense importance and work of election administration teams\, poll workers\, and more across the nation.\nElection workers and volunteers have a tough job. These critical members of our communities work hard to ensure that voters will be able to cast their ballots safely and successfully in 2023 – often working upwards of 20-hour days to make this election possible. Whether it’s for a first-time volunteer at a polling location or a long-time election worker\,  our community says thank you to our election heroes.\nLEARN MORE
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20231106-national-election-hero-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T145301Z
UID:64054-1696204800-1696636799@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:National Voter Education Week
DESCRIPTION:Voters\, especially new voters\, should have the tools\, information\, and confidence they need to cast their ballots.\nThat’s where National Voter Education Week comes in. Since 2020\, we have provided partners with the resources they need to be confident voters.\nJoin us!\n\n\n\nOctober 2-6\, 2023
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20231002-national-voter-education-week/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230920
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230830T144253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T144253Z
UID:64050-1695081600-1695167999@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:National Voter Registration Day
DESCRIPTION:National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. It has quickly gained momentum since it was first observed in 2012\, with more than 5 million voters registered to vote on the holiday to date. Celebrated every September\, National Voter Registration Day involves volunteers and organizations from all over the country hitting the streets in a single day of coordinated field\, technology\, and media efforts.\nOmaha: 11 am to 1 pm with Elevate Omaha at Metro Community College’s Fort Campus\, 5300 N. 30th St.\nLincoln: 2 to 4 pm with OutNebraska at The Foundry\, 211 N. 14th St.\nAccording to U.S. Census data from 2020\, as many as 1 in 4 eligible Americans are not registered to vote. Every year\, millions of Americans find themselves unable to vote because they miss a registration deadline\, don’t update their registration\, or aren’t sure how to register. National Voter Registration Day efforts are designed to ensure every eligible voter has the opportunity to vote\, creating broad awareness of voter registration opportunities to reach tens of thousands of voters who may not register otherwise.\nThe holiday is endorsed by the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS)\, the National Association of State Election Directors (NASED)\, the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)\, and the National Association of Election Officials (The Election Center).\nREGISTER ONLINE TO VOTE IN NEBRASKA
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230919-national-voter-registration-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230606T131505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T131505Z
UID:60529-1686830400-1686834000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Using TROVE to map Nebraska voter turnout
DESCRIPTION:Nebraskans can delve into a TROVE of voter participation rates for their city\, town\, or neighborhood thanks to Civic Nebraska’s new mapping platform. The interactive Tool to Reflect Overall Voter Engagement shows voter turnout from the November 2022 general election down to the ZIP Code and census tract – eg\, neighborhood – levels. In addition\, TROVE compares voter participation against demographic characteristics of census tracts to analyze which may correlate to higher or lower voter turnout.\nJoin our Civic Health Programs and Voting Rights Initiatives teams on Zoom at noon CDT (11 am MDT) on June 15 to discuss the new tool\, its potential uses and best practices\, and how you can share your self-guided findings with the public.\nREGISTER FOR THIS VIRTUAL EVENT HERE
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230615-webinar-trove-turnout/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230606T174422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T174422Z
UID:60548-1686682800-1686686400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Session Recap w/Common Cause & Sen. Raybould
DESCRIPTION:Wondering about the impact of this year’s legislative session on Nebraska’s democracy? We’re here to help unravel the mystery. Join Civic Nebraska and Common Cause at 7 pm CDT (6 pm MDT) on Tuesday\, June 13\, for a webinar discussion about the legislation we saw this session\, what it means for our democracy\, and our priorities going forward.\nWe will be joined by State Sen. Jane Raybould of Lincoln. We’ll discuss how to navigate the new voter ID requirements that passed this session and our efforts to inform Nebraskans in time for the 2024 election. We’ll also recap the progress on pro-voter priorities\, like expanding mail voting\, limiting the influence of big money in our elections\, and restoring voting rights to Nebraskans who have served their time for felony convictions.\nRSVP NOW FOR THIS VIRTUAL EVENT.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230613-xgr-wrapup-common-cause-raybould/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230525
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230208T164101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T164101Z
UID:55883-1684886400-1684972799@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Give To Lincoln Day
DESCRIPTION:Give to Lincoln Day\, coordinated by Lincoln Community Foundation\, is a time when everyone in Lincoln is asked to make a donation toward the organizations that are critical to the care\, support\, and spirit of the city. Donate to Civic Nebraska for a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans! \nSUPPORT CIVIC NEBRASKA\n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230524-give-to-lincoln-day/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T233000
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CREATED:20230320T211836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211836Z
UID:56852-1682157600-1682206200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will deploy trained Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nRemaining training dates:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230422-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230320T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211621Z
UID:56850-1681556400-1681561800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will deploy trained Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nRemaining training dates:\n\n\n\n\n›› 11 am CDT Saturday\, April 15\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230415-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230320T211105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T211105Z
UID:56845-1681236000-1681241400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protection Program: Observation Training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska will train and deploy Election Protectors on May 2\, Election Day in Lincoln\, to observe polling places around the city. Election observation protects the integrity of and helps maintain public confidence in our state’s electoral process.\n\nElection Protectors ensure elections are open\, accessible\, and efficient\, and they share their observations with Civic Nebraska to improve the state’s elections. Volunteers are equipped with observation sheets\, an ADA checklist\, and the required ID badges for their roles on Election Day.\n\n\n\nTraining dates:\n›› 6 pm CDT Tuesday\, April 11\n\n\n\n\n›› 11 am CDT Saturday\, April 15\n\n\n\n\n›› 10 am CDT Saturday\, April 22\n\n\n\nClick here for more information and to sign up to volunteer!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230411-election-protection-program-observation-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230302T225507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T225507Z
UID:56419-1678734000-1678737600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Voting Rights: a Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join Civic Nebraska and the Karen Society of Nebraska for a virtual session full of helpful information about voting in the upcoming Lincoln municipal elections (April 4 and May 2)\, basic information about local candidates\, and ask Voting Rights Community Organizer Chueqa Yang questions you may have.\n\nWATCH LIVE ON FACEBOOK\nWATCH LIVE ON ZOOM:\nMeeting ID is 818 6376 1407\n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/202303130-voting-rights-community-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T120000
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CREATED:20230223T210409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T210409Z
UID:56315-1677927600-1677931200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Advocacy Education in Action kickoff
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Poor People’s Campaign\, Civic Nebraska\, Nebraska Appleseed\, and Nebraska Interfaith Power and Light are co-hosting this event to equip and excite people new to advocacy to take the first steps in engaging in legislative advocacy.\nThe organizations aim to ground everyone\, regardless of experience level\, in the reasons we take action for a more just and sustainable Nebraska.\nTo join the Zoom event\, register at this link.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/nebraska-advocacy-education-in-action-kickoff/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230224T194058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T194058Z
UID:56334-1677434400-1677610800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Government Committee hearing prep (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Nebraska Legislature’s Government Committee will hear testimony on three voter ID bills on Wednesday\, March 1. In preparation\, we will host a virtual informational session at 6 pm Sunday\, Feb. 26. Join us on Zoom to learn what to expect during the hearing\, to get help writing your testimony\, and then\, if you wish\, to practice your oral presentation. \nRegister for this virtual session.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230226-government-committee-prep/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230216T001656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T001656Z
UID:56188-1676916000-1676919600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:LB20 Testimony Prep Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We have an opportunity to support Nebraskans previously convicted of a felony by passing Legislative Bill 20. LB20 will restore voting rights to Nebraskans previously convicted of a felony upon the completion of their sentence\, allowing them to become civically re-engaged. Make your voice heard by testifying in support of LB20 at 1:30 pm CST on Wednesday\, Feb. 22\, 2023\, in Room 1507 of the Nebraska State Capitol.\n›› Contact us if you need transportation from Omaha.\nAs an everyday Nebraskan\, your participation in this process is critical to ensure that the bill passes. With Civic Nebraska by your side\, we can deliver a powerful and persuasive testimony that will make an impact. Let’s work together to make LB20 a reality!\nJoin us from 6 to 7 pm CST on Monday\, Feb. 20\, via Zoom to workshop your testimony and get tips on how to testify.\nRegister for our virtual workshop here.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220220-lb20-testimony-prep-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20230105T201045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T201045Z
UID:54990-1674581400-1674585000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:A Housing Advocate's Guide to the Legislative Session
DESCRIPTION:Speak up for housing rights! Join us virtually from 5:30 to 6:30 pm on Tuesday\, Jan. 24\, to learn more about our housing bill priorities introduced in this legislative session and how we can advocate for them at the state level.\nWe will discuss:\n››  Which housing bills we’re keeping track of;\n›› How these housing bills would impact our community;\n›› A timeline of when to advocate for these bills to make your voice heard;\n›› How to contact your senators;\n›› How to testify in person; and\n››  How to share the load with fellow neighbors.\nNo prior experience or special knowledge is required – come as you are!\nREGISTER FOR THIS VIRTUAL EVENT
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230124-housing-advocates-training/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230105
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20221214T182026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T182026Z
UID:54802-1672790400-1672876799@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Legislature: First day of 2023 session
DESCRIPTION:Jan. 4 marks the start of the 108th Nebraska Legislature\, which meets at the State Capitol in Lincoln. It is the first year of the 2023-24 biennium\, meaning it is a “long session\,” or 90 legislative days. Senators are expected to be in session until early June.\nWith 49 members\, the Nebraska Legislature is the smallest of any U.S. state. Unlike the legislatures of the other 49 states and the U.S. Congress\, the Nebraska Legislature is a unicameral legislature\, thus not separated into two houses. It is also nonpartisan and does not officially recognize its members’ political party affiliations.\nResources:\n›› Information about the legislative process\, the history of the Nebraska Legislature\, general information about unicameralism\, and an in-depth explanation of the budget process.\n›› The Nebraska Legislature’s ADA Notice\, tips on testifying at hearings\, the rules of the Legislature\, legislative district maps\, photos of the Capitol\, and a glossary.\n›› The  Unicameral Update is an online news source produced by the Clerk of the Legislature and maintained throughout the session.\n›› Planning to visit? Here’s information about visiting the State Capitol.\n  \n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20230104-nebraska-legislature-day1-2023/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights,Youth Civic Leadership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221108
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220823T171556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T171556Z
UID:40137-1667779200-1667865599@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Hero Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join Civic Nebraska on Nov. 7\, when we recognize the immense importance and work of election administration teams\, poll workers\, and more across the nation. On this day\, nonprofits\, business leaders\, brands\, public officials\, and many more will celebrate the tremendous contributions election administration teams are making to ensure a safe\, secure voting experience for all. A day before the midterm election\, Election Hero Day celebrates all election staff that ensures a safe\, secure\, and accessible Election Day.\nMore
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221107-election-hero-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T233000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20221027T173356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T173356Z
UID:53864-1667037600-1667086200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Election Observer Training
DESCRIPTION:We have added two online training dates to increase the opportunities for volunteers to receive the necessary training to participate in nonpartisan poll observation for Nov. 8. \nIf you’d like to volunteer but were unable to attend a training in October\, please register for one of these virtual trainings on Zoom: \n›› Saturday\, Oct. 29\n10 am CDT (9 am MDT)\nClick to register \n›› Saturday\, Nov. 5\n10am CDT (9am MDT)\nClick to register \nCivic Nebraska organizes the largest nonpartisan election observation program in our state. Observers across Nebraska visit polling places to assess the physical accessibility of the polling place and accessibility of the ballot itself. Learn more about our Election Protection Program here.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20221029-virtual-election-observer-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220823T165258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T165258Z
UID:40132-1663682400-1663689600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:National Voter Registration Day
DESCRIPTION:National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. First observed in 2012\, it has quickly gained momentum ever since. Nearly 4.7 million voters have registered to vote on the holiday to date.\nThis year\, our Voting Rights Initiatives staff will share key registration skills and practice voter engagement strategies during a fast-paced and inspiring workshop. Here are the important details for you to know:\n\n\nWhat: Training for voter registration\, practicing these skills\, discussion\, plus voter registration kits for each participant\n\n\nWhen: 2 to 4 pm Tuesday\, Sept. 20\n\n\nWhere: Center for People in Need\, 3901 N. 27th St. in Lincoln\n\n\nFollowing the workshop\, we’ll provide voter registration assistance to those who visit the Center for People in Need’s 4 pm food distribution program.\nRegister now for this event
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220920-national-voter-registration-day/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220823T214610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T214610Z
UID:40143-1661882400-1661886000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Vote No to Voter ID volunteer training
DESCRIPTION:Civic Nebraska invites new and returning volunteers with the campaign to defeat voter ID to a virtual training via Zoom on Aug. 30\, 2022. We will go over several volunteer opportunities and have an open discussion about protecting voting rights. Act now to defend our democracy!\nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE TRAINING\nQuestions? Email Heather Engdahl\, director of voting rights\, at heather.engdahl@civicnebraska.org.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220830-vote-no-voter-id-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220613T144347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T144347Z
UID:35834-1659006000-1659009600@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:PURPLE Screening & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Did you know a study found that 1 in 6 Americans stopped speaking to a family member or close friend after the 2016 election? On July 28\, we’re hosting an online screening of a new film from Resetting the Table that captures the concerns and humanity beneath our national conflicts. Please join us!\nPURPLE tells the story of Americans with opposing viewpoints investigating their differences and discovering the concerns and experiences that lie behind each other’s positions. Filmed in rural Wisconsin and Iowa — in a swing region within two bordering swing states — PURPLE models a rare\, mediated conversation that uplifts and inspires even while going toward the heat of passionate political differences.\nThe screening and post-screening discussion offer a structured opportunity to capture the thinking of the core characters on their own terms\, as well as to explore the value of doing so for our democracy.\nSAVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220728-purple-screening-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220616T201429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T201429Z
UID:35894-1656093600-1656100800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Community Voter Phone Bank
DESCRIPTION:OutNebraska and Civic Nebraska are hosting a volunteer phone bank to get out the vote for the June 28 CD-1 special election. Join virtually or in person at The Foundry in Lincoln for a fun Friday evening of volunteering. Through this effort\, you will be encouraging voters to make it to the ballot box and building awareness of OutNebraska’s advocacy with the LGBT+ community.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220624-community-voter-phone-bank/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220606T152157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T152157Z
UID:35750-1654956000-1654961400@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Voter Registration & Get-Out-The-Vote Training 
DESCRIPTION:With COVID concerns relatively low and warm summer temperatures on their way\, the Civic Nebraska Voting Rights Team is ready to help Nebraskans get out the vote across our state!\nWe’ll be equipping our advocates with their very own “Vote Tote.” Each kit contains everything you need to register people in your own community. We’ll also discuss best practices for sharing the importance of voting with your friends\, family\, neighbors\, and community members. Join us!\nAttend in person at Kearney Public Library (2020 1st Ave\, Kearney\, NE 68847) or join us virtually via Zoom.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220611-voter-registration-gotv-training/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T143000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220426T161144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T161144Z
UID:34918-1652794200-1652797800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Community Heart & Soul
DESCRIPTION:Community Heart & Soul is a resident-driven process that engages the entire population of a town in identifying what they love most about their community\, what future they want for it\, and how to achieve it. \nDeveloped and field-tested over a decade in partnership with over 100 small cities and towns across America\, Community Heart & Soul is a proven process for engaging a community in shaping its future. \nHosted by Nebraskans for Nebraskans\, this webinar will introduce Community Heart & Soul and why it works as a process for communities to find new ways of working together. Participants will get to ask questions to seasoned Community Heart & Soul participants and coaches who have experienced the process and its impact firsthand. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT\nSession leaders \nDaniel Bennett\, Rural Civic Health Program Manager & Community Heart & Soul Coach | Civic Nebraska \nShontele Orr\, Former Project Coordinator | Cascade\, IA Community Heart & Soul \nJason Neises\, Heart & Soul Coordinator | Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque \nSara Lightner\, Senior Director | Community Heart & Soul
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220517-community-heart-soul/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T181500
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220412T163908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T163908Z
UID:34716-1651165200-1651169700@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protector Training
DESCRIPTION:This is required training to participate in Civic Nebraska’s Election Protection Program for the Primary (May 10) and General (Nov. 8) Elections.\nElection Protectors act in a passive role\, monitoring elections and the polling places and reporting their observations back to Civic Nebraska\, particularly instances of concern. As part of their observations\, Election Protectors gather information and chronicle data regarding how elections are run from county to county in our state. They also record any irregularities or different treatment of voters. Volunteers will also confirm that polling places are compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act.\nElection Protectors must be at least 18 and live in Nebraska. Civic Nebraska uses the information that is gathered to build a post-election report\, which is shared with county election officials\, state election officials\, and the public to identify areas of success and improvement. This report also informs future legislative initiatives that can improve Nebraska voters’ experiences.\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220428-election-protector-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T121500
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220412T163601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T163601Z
UID:34713-1650970800-1650975300@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protector Training
DESCRIPTION:This is required training to participate in Civic Nebraska’s Election Protection Program for the Primary (May 10) and General (Nov. 8) Elections.\nElection Protectors act in a passive role\, monitoring elections and the polling places and reporting their observations back to Civic Nebraska\, particularly instances of concern. As part of their observations\, Election Protectors gather information and chronicle data regarding how elections are run from county to county in our state. They also record any irregularities or different treatment of voters. Volunteers will also confirm that polling places are compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act.\nElection Protectors must be at least 18 and live in Nebraska. Civic Nebraska uses the information that is gathered to build a post-election report\, which is shared with county election officials\, state election officials\, and the public to identify areas of success and improvement. This report also informs future legislative initiatives that can improve Nebraska voters’ experiences.\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220426-election-protector-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220412T161139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T161139Z
UID:34706-1650909600-1650913200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Update with Westin Miller
DESCRIPTION:The 107th Nebraska Legislature dealt with several issues on the voting rights front in 2022. Join Civic Nebraska volunteer Voting Rights Advocates from around the state for a robust discussion about this year’s happenings at the statehouse. We’ll be joined by Westin Miller\, Civic Nebraska’s director of public policy. Members of Civic Nebraska’s Voting Rights Initiatives team also will discuss upcoming advocacy opportunities. Join us!\nRegister for this virtual event here.
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220425-legislative-update-westin-miller/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T181500
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220412T163333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T163333Z
UID:34709-1650474000-1650478500@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Election Protector Training
DESCRIPTION:This is required training to participate in Civic Nebraska’s Election Protection Program for the Primary (May 10) and General (Nov. 8) Elections.\nElection Protectors act in a passive role\, monitoring elections and the polling places and reporting their observations back to Civic Nebraska\, particularly instances of concern. As part of their observations\, Election Protectors gather information and chronicle data regarding how elections are run from county to county in our state. They also record any irregularities or different treatment of voters. Volunteers will also confirm that polling places are compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act.\nElection Protectors must be at least 18 and live in Nebraska. Civic Nebraska uses the information that is gathered to build a post-election report\, which is shared with county election officials\, state election officials\, and the public to identify areas of success and improvement. This report also informs future legislative initiatives that can improve Nebraska voters’ experiences.\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/election-protector-training/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T180000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220328T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T190648Z
UID:34244-1649869200-1649872800@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Huskers Vote Coalition: Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Join Civic Nebraska at 5 pm CDT on April 13 in Swanson Auditorium of the Nebraska Union for a town hall meeting on voter registration\, getting engaged in democracy and our democratic institutions\, and Nebraska’s CD-1 special election set for June 28. Thanks to our sponsors\, the Huskers Vote Coalition\, as well as our co-presenters\, the Nebraska Civic Engagement Table\, OutNebraska\, and the Asian Community & Cultural Center of Lincoln.\nThis is a hybrid in-person and virtual event.\nWATCH VIA STREAMING
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220413-townhall-huskervote/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Gathering,Virtual Gathering,Voting Rights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220209T154446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T154446Z
UID:33488-1648292400-1648296000@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Civic Saturday: Begin Again
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 am CDT on March 26\, 2022\, for our next Civic Saturday!\n\n\nIn a time of deep anxiety\, disconnectedness\, and political polarization\, people need a place to come together in civic community — face-to-face or virtually — to reflect on and rededicate ourselves to the values and practices of being a contributing member in civic life within the United States. Civic Saturday began in 2016 in Seattle and is now in more than 100 towns and cities across the country.\n\n\n\n\nCivic Saturday gathers friends and strangers together to nurture a spirit of shared purpose. At each gathering\, we connect around the values and practices of being an active citizen\, reckon with and reflect on our nation’s creed\, and build relationships that create new civic traditions that are joyful and communal.\n\nREGISTER NOW FOR THIS VIRTUAL GATHERING.\nOur March 26 lineup:\nCivic Musician – Jonathan Leach\nCivic Poet – Jordan Charlton\nCivic Scriptures – Nancy Petitto\, Allie Christianson\nCivic Sermon – Steve Smith
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220326-civsat-begin-again/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175644
CREATED:20220211T231932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220211T231932Z
UID:33528-1646823600-1646827200@civicnebraska.org
SUMMARY:Civic Health Series: Confidence in Our Institutions
DESCRIPTION:Data and Discussion from the Nebraska Rural and Metro Polls \nHow confident are Nebraskans in their schools\, government\, and public safety departments to do the right thing? How much do Nebraskans trust various information sources? Research from the University of Nebraska takes a look at Nebraskans’ trust in these institutions. Civic Nebraska and the Nebraska Rural Poll will summarize the findings from 2021 and how the numbers have changed since these questions were last asked in 2017. Participants will then be invited to discuss the results and what they mean for our communities and institutions across the state.  \n ›› See recent Rural and Metro Poll Reports \n ›› Register for this virtual event \n 
URL:https://civicnebraska.org/event/20220309-civhealth-series-institutions/
CATEGORIES:Civic Health,Virtual Gathering
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