Empowering Democracy: Voter Photo ID Summer Event Series Launches in Brunswick County
The Brunswick County Board of Elections proudly announces the launch of its Voter Photo ID Summer Event Series. Scheduled to kick off June 12, this countywide initiative aims to empower citizens by ensuring they have the necessary identification to exercise their right to vote.
With the Presidential Election approaching, the Voter Photo ID Summer Event Series seeks to address barriers to voting by providing individuals with the resources and support needed to obtain proper photo identification. Events will be held at county libraries and senior centers, ensuring accessibility for all.
“At the heart of democracy is the fundamental right to vote,” said Sara LaVere, Director of the Brunswick County Board of Elections, “Yet, for many individuals, obtaining a voter photo ID can be a daunting task. Our summer event series aims to break down those barriers and ensure that every eligible voter can make their voice heard.”
To obtain a voter photo ID at one of these events, individuals must be registered voters and residents of Brunswick County. No ID is required, but a form will need to be completed that requires the voter’s name, date of birth, and the last four digits of their Social Security number.
In addition to providing FREE Voter Photo IDs to Brunswick County registered voters, staff will provide voter registration, General Election voter guide, and other resources to assist voters in understanding their voting options.
We are kicking off this series at the Southwest Brunswick Branch Library on June 12. While visiting us at this event, residents can peruse the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibit. The Voices and Votes exhibit is a Smithsonian traveling exhibition that will be on display at the Southwest Brunswick Branch Library from June 3 to July 13. The Brunswick County Board of Elections will be providing some local voting artifacts to accompany the exhibit.
The Voter Photo ID Summer Event Series schedule is as follows:
- Wednesday, June 12, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Carolina Shores Branch - Southwest Brunswick Library, 9400 Ocean Highway W, Carolina Shores
- Thursday, June 20, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, The Brunswick Center at Leland, 121 Town Hall Drive, Leland
- Wednesday, June 26, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Oak Island Library Branch - G.V. Barbee, Sr. Library, 8200 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island
- Wednesday, July 10, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, The Brunswick Center at Shallotte, 3620 Express Drive, Shallotte
- Tuesday, July 16, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, The Brunswick Center at Supply, 101 Stone Chimney, Supply
- Thursday, July 18, 10:00 AM – 1:00PM, Southport Library Branch - Margaret and James Harper, Jr. Library, 109 W. Moore Street, Southport
- Monday, July 22, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Leland Library Branch, 487 Village Road, Leland
- Wednesday, July 31, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Shallotte Library Branch - Rourk Library, 5068 Main Street, Shallotte
- Tuesday, August 13, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, The Brunswick Center at Southport, 1513 N. Howe Street, Southport
- Thursday, August 15, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, The Brunswick Center at Calabash, 10050 Beach Drive SW, Calabash
In addition to these events, voters can obtain a FREE voter photo ID at the Brunswick County Board of Elections office Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.