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.
Imagine rooms full of people from many faiths — sharing food, conversation, and fellowship — reflecting together on what makes this country worth celebrating. WIVEC is hosting community gatherings this May and June, leading up to July 4th, where neighbors read and discuss America's most inspiring founding words. It's a once-in-a-generation chance to counter division and build unity together.
Appleton Gatherings: In-person and Virtually
Art, Community, & the Democracy We Build Together
Join WIVEC and our co-sponsors for a night of civic engagement, art, community, and celebration. This is our opportunity to come together, honor the connections we made through the Faith 250 program, and build momentum for the midterms.
We are excited to host Milwaukee-based artist Niki Johnson's Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Community Art Workshop, with guest artists Anya Ramos and Taylor Kemnitz. Through hands-on art making and conversation, participants will explore identity, voice, and the power of civic participation.
The evening will also feature voting resources, civic action opportunities, food, fellowship, and activities for all ages. You belong in this picture — come be part of the democracy we build together.
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 Reflection - America’s 250th Anniversary
Monday July 6, 2026
12:00 PM CT
Virtual via Zoom
Join WIVEC for the third installment of our Faithful Voices in a Critical Hour webinar series as our panelists reflect on America's 250th anniversary celebration and what it means for us as we build toward the election season. Each voice will share their own experience and the experience of their communities — exploring what this moment in history calls us to as people of faith and engaged citizens.
This is a conversation about where we've been, where we are, and where we go from here — together.
Poll Chaplain Program
