Civic Engagement: Beyond the Ballot
In 2024, BJ made the bold commitment to become a 100% voting community. Democracy is not just something we have, it is something we do. It goes far beyond just voting in national elections every few years; it’s about active citizenship and engagement every day.
We’re All In: Becoming a 100% Voting Community in 2025
In 2025, we’re renewing our commitment to becoming a 100% voting community, and we need your participation to make it happen! Whether it’s your first time voting or your 50th, your voice matters. Make sure you’re ready to cast your ballot this year!
The below information is for the NYC election this November 4. If you do not live in New York City, check your local voting information.
Step 1: Register to Vote
- Not registered yet? Register to vote here. You can also register by mail or in person!
- Not sure if you’re registered? Check your registration status.
Important deadlines:
- In-person and online registration: Must be completed by October 25.
- By mail: Your registration must be received (not just postmarked!) by October 25.
Step 2: Make a Plan to Vote
There are three ways to vote in NYC this year.
- Vote by absentee or early mail ballot.
- Vote early (avoid the lines!).
- Dates: October 25–November 2.
- Find your early voting site.
- Vote on Election Day.
- Date: November 4.
- Find your Election Day site.
A More Perfect Union: Jewish Partnership for Democracy
BJ is a proud member of A More Perfect Union: Jewish Partnership for Democracy (AMPU), a network of over 6,000 American Jewish organizations committed to protecting and strengthening American democracy.
How to get involved in local, state and national elections
- Postcard and phone bank to get out the vote with Reclaim our Vote.
- Start or join a Democracy Circle with the Workers Circle.
- Engage in grassroots efforts to address political polarization with Braver Angels.
- Learn how to identify, combat, and report online disinformation.
- Become an Election Protection Volunteer with Common Cause.
- Become a poll worker and staff your local polling place with Power the Polls.
Utilize your law degree or legal knowledge
- Join the Election Official Legal Defense Network.
- Sign up to serve on the Voter Assistance Hotline.
- See other opportunities for service.
BJ’s 2024 Beyond the Ballot Series & 2025 Jewish Mayoral Forum
In 2024, leading up the national elections, BJ organized many opportunities to get involved in strengthening civic engagement including volunteer get out the vote efforts, poll monitor trainings, and programming on civic engagement and elections, including a Faith in Democracy series with Shalom Hartman Institute.
In 2025, BJ hosted a Mayoral Candidate Forum for the Jewish Community: A Just and Inclusive NYC, which offered a critical opportunity for New York City’s Jewish community to hear directly from the 2025 mayoral candidates.
Check out BJ’s calendar for upcoming events related to civic engagement, elections, and democracy.