Resources & Toolkits
Advocacy
We made a toolkit to walk you through redistricting: what it is, why it's important, and how it works in North Dakota.
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We created a toolkit to give you an overview of campaign finance in North Dakota: what it is, why it's important, and how to find out who's funding your candidates.
We created a new resource focused on ethics and transparency in the North Dakota government. Learn more about issues like open meetings, lobbying, and conflicts of interest.
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North Dakota's state constitution guarantees the right of citizens to change our laws and constitution through the initiated measure process. This toolkit explains what an initiative is, its importance, and how you can take action.​
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​Citizen's Guide to Lobbying
Lobbying your legislators is a great way to make your voice heard on proposed laws during the legislative session. Our guide will help prepare you to start your lobbying journey!
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Writing letters to the editor of your local newspaper can be a great way to educate your community or advocate on an issue especially during the legislative session.
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Visit our archive to learn about what has been happening in North Dakota's recent legislative sessions.
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An initiative by LWV that aims to build a movement of 8.5 million individuals to unite and rise against the anti-democratic actions of this administration. Sign the Pledge
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The League's moonshot goal is to abolish the Electoral College. Click here to sign up for updates and download the social media toolkit.
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Equal Rights Amendment Toolkit
LWVUS has supported and pushed for ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) since it was first passed by Congress in 1972. The ERA has met all requirements to be added to the US Constitution, and the League is pushing for Congress to officially recognize it as the 28th Amendment.​​​
Elections
Your guide to voting in ND elections. We're the only state without voter registration, but please make sure you have a North Dakota ID to vote.
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VOTE411.org is the League's one-stop shop for nationwide election-related information, and we publish our voter guide on VOTE411 with North Dakota candidate and ballot measure information.
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Libraries + Leagues Partner Toolkit
Leagues can use the toolkit to partner with their local library to encourage and expand civic participation.
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If you have questions or issues when you vote, you can call the Election Protection Hotline. They have trained nonpartisan volunteers ready to answer your questions and help you vote. Call 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683).
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Sign up with Power the Polls to receive local poll worker information.
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Our guide to running for office in North Dakota covers the basics of how to get started like what paperwork you'll need and where to file it.