Empowering Young Voters: National High School Voter Registration Week and High School Election Poll Worker Opportunities

Empowering Youth: Voter Registration and Civic Engagement in Arkansas  Join Steve Grappe from Stand Up Arkansas as he engages with Kwami Abdul-Bey, a candidate for District 69, during National High School Voter Registration Week. They discuss the efforts to involve high school students in the electoral process through poll worker programs and voter registration drives. Kwami shares insights on overcoming administrative challenges, the importance of civic education, and upcoming events aimed at increasing voter participation in Arkansas. Tune in to hear about the significant steps being taken to improve civic engagement and make a difference in the community.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:28 Upcoming Election and Events 01:48 Karaoke with the Candidates 03:39 High School Poll Workers Program 09:01 Challenges and Success Stories 13:52 National High School Voter Registration Week 19:17 Engaging the Youth in Civic Duties 20:35 How to Get Involved 21:27 Final Thoughts and Call to Action