Welcome to the Be There, Be Counted website. The website offers up-to-date election news, interactive tools, educational resources for teachers, and links to other important election-related information.
Be There, Be Counted is also focused on building the political power of young citizens. Efforts include:
- Voter Coalition targeting young voters, ages 18 – 25. Join the Coalition to learn about voter registration and election official training opportunities. Also receive updates about nonpartisan election-related activities and events in Hampton Roads.
- Video Competition for young people, ages 14 – 25. Submit one-minute videos highlighting why it’s important for young people to be informed, to be active and to have a voice in the 2008 elections and beyond. Winning videos in junior and senior divisions will air on WHRO TV-15 and be promoted through online social media strategies. Submission deadline: Monday, October 20, 2008
Visit Be There, Be Counted often for up-to-date election news, to find out what is happening in Hampton Roads, and to learn what young people have to say about political participation!
The Center for Regional Citizenship was created in 2005 as an outgrowth of WHRO’s commitment to civic responsibility and citizenship. The Center serves as an incubator for engaging the region in addressing important local issues.
Its mission is to provide the information and tools needed for broad regional perspective and effective civic engagement, to serve as a neutral convener for facilitating public participation and cultivating community partnerships, and to build bridges of trust for collaborative action initiatives.
An informed and engaged citizenry is the foundation of a healthy democracy, and in this pivotal election year, the Center for Regional Citizenship is focused on improving the political and civic participation of young people, as well as raising community awareness about the value of young voices in the future of our democracy.
