Join us Oct. 1 and 2 for a timely two-part webinar series exploring what is at stake for voting rights, representation, and the future of American democracy.
As the United States approaches the 2026 midterm elections, join us for a timely two-part webinar series exploring what is at stake for voting rights, representation, and the future of American democracy.
Featuring Chavis Jones from the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and Michelle Kanter Cohen from the Fair Elections Center, this series will examine both the broader challenges facing our democracy and the practical issues shaping voting and civic participation in 2026.
Join us as we explore the challenges before us and the power we have to participate, engage, and help shape the future of our democracy.
Register below!
Part I—Beyond the Ballot
October 1, 2026, 1PM-2:15 PM EST
Voice, Representation, and the Work of Building a Strong Democracy
Chavis Jones, Counsel, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
Part II—Democracy on the Ballot
October 2, 2026, 1PM-2:15 PM EST
Voting Rights, the 2026 Midterm Elections, and What We Can Do
Michelle Kanter Cohen, Policy Director and Senior Counsel, Fair Elections Center
Facilitators
Aimee Hong, Assistant General Secretary of Programs
Rev. Kendal McBroom, Director of Civil and Human Rights
Questions? Please email Aimee Hong ([email protected])
This content was originally published by the General Board of Church and Society; republished with permission on ResourceUMC.org on September 18, 2026.