Voting is a cornerstone of democracy, but confusing, cumbersome and rapidly changing election processes — as well as outright acts of voter suppression — deter citizens from exercising their right to vote.

Often, the voter registration process can be so difficult that many citizens miss out. In particular, communities of color, young people, elderly voters, and many others face disproportionate barriers to voting. Pro-voter reforms, like improvements to voter registration and early voting, can help to make the process more accessible.

• The Pro-Voter Reform strategy helps states and local governments implement accessible voting options and helps communities defend voting rights where they are threatened. We collaborate with partners at the local and national level to:Promote appropriate federal elections guidance, including election funding and a strong Election Assistance Commission
• Ensure the effective adoption of pro-voter reforms, such as same day voter registration, vote-by-mail, and improved language access
• Build the capacity of grassroots voting rights groups to safeguard voting rights, particularly for historically disenfranchised communities and others who face significant barriers to voting
• Litigate violations of voting rights and noncompliance with election law