VIRTUAL VOTER REGISTRATION TRAINING SESSIONS SCHEDULED

RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) has scheduled 10 virtual training sessions for organizations planning to conduct voter registration drives.

One session will be held prior to the June 18, 2024, primary election. The remaining sessions will focus on the Nov. 5, 2024, general election and will include updated information on newly enacted laws that go into effect July 1, including an updated registration application.

Each session is scheduled to be held virtually for one hour and will be led by an instructor from ELECT. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during each live session. A link to join the virtual training sessions will be provided on the Virginia Department of Elections' website. Department of Elections registration training

Dates and times for the virtual training sessions are as follows:

The Virginia Department of Elections provides additional options for individuals to complete ELECT-certified voter registration drive training as follows:

• A self-paced, interactive course is available online at any time. Voter Registration Training
• For instructor-led, classroom training at local voter registration offices, contact your local general registrar's office. Local Contact Information
• Organizations with more than 40 confirmed participants may request large group training led by ELECT. Email [email protected] or call 804-864-8931.

Any group or individual requesting 25 or more voter registration applications is required to register with ELECT and complete voter registration drive training. Certification expires each year on June 30 and can be renewed by completing training annually after July 1.