As people of faith, we have always held the right to vote as a sacred obligation. We mobilized our faith communities in 2024 to help make sure every eligible voter was able to cast their vote. This work paid off as we saw the greatest voter turnout nationwide in US history. That turnout was a great victory for democracy. But there is more work to be done.
Wisconsin Interfaith Voter Engagement Campaign (WIVEC) mobilizes our faith communities to engage in the democratic process. We believe that this work will build increased understanding and stronger ties among different faith communities; increase involvement in the electoral process; and result in a greater understanding of the positive role faith communities can play in the public square. WIVEC is a non-partisan campaign committed to promoting voter engagement, sharing voter education opportunities, resisting voter suppression, and advocating for the rights of all Wisconsinites.
Faithful Voices in a Critical Hour Webinar Series
A Look at the Series
Join WIVEC each month as we prepare for the fall midterm elections. Grounded in shared values and with voices from varying faith traditions, we’ll explore ways to strengthen democracy, deepen community engagement, and equip you with the tools to advocate for voter participation in your community.
Faithful Voice in a Critical Hour: A Call to Serve - Poll Chaplain Program
Monday August 3, 2026
12:00 PM CT
Virtual via Zoom
Join WIVEC for the fourth installment of our Faithful Voices in a Critical Hour webinar series as we explore the Poll Chaplain Program — a unique opportunity for faith communities to show up for their neighbors when it matters most. Rev. Breanna Illéné from the Wisconsin Council of Churches will walk us through what the program is, how it works, and how you can get involved.
Whether you're hearing about Poll Chaplains for the first time or are ready to sign up, this webinar is for you.
Poll Chaplain Program
Absentee Ballot Return Best Practices
Thanks to the Wisconsin Election Commission for their guidance to voters as they plan how they will cast their ballot ahead of the August and November elections. Early voting begins on Tuesday, July 28!
On July 9, 2026, the Commission unanimously approved the “Absentee Ballot Return Best Practices” for voters to help them understand when, where, and how to return an absentee ballot. Clerks were also issued this guidance.
Vote in every election and make informed choices.
The Midterms are coming up quickly! The partisan primary is August 11 and the General Election is November 3. Early voting for the August 11 primary begins on Tuesday, July 28!
Visit these nonpartisan websites for information about the race for governor and other local races in your neck of the woods.
Visit VOTE411.org to find your personalized voter guide! Learn about the candidates on the ballot.
Visit https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/ to register, request your absentee ballot, track your ballot, and more!
Use the LWVWI Voter Education Ambassador Toolkit for info about important deadlines, social media resources, and more.
Help spread the word. Encourage friends and family to get out the vote!
