Washington County Elections Division and Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center partner to host a Voter Education Night

Posted September 13, 2024

In an effort to empower the community and promote civic engagement, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, in partnership with Washington County's Election Division, will be hosting a Voter Education Night on Monday, September 16 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hillsboro Brookwood Library.

This event aims to provide Washington County residents with clear, accessible information about the voting process. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more to learn about the elections process, gain insights on how to effectively participate in the democratic process, and register to vote in preparation for the upcoming General Election in November. Whether you're a first-time voter or a seasoned voter, this event is designed to empower you with the knowledge you need to participate confidently this election cycle.

"We are thrilled to partner with Virginia Garcia for this event. It's through partnerships like these that we can reach more of our community and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to make their voices heard." said Dan Forester, Washington County's Elections Manager. Both Virginia Garcia and Washington County's Elections Division are committed to ensuring all eligible voters are informed and ready to make their voices heard by casting their ballots confidently.

About Virginia Garcia: Established in 1975, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center provides healthcare services to 52,000 patients a year in Washington and Yamhill counties at six primary care clinics and pharmacies, six dental clinics, a reproductive health clinic, and five school-based health centers. The mission of the organization is to provide high quality primary care to migrants, farm workers and those with barriers to care.

About Washington County's Elections Division: The Elections Division administers all Federal, State, and local elections in Washington County. The Elections Division manages voter registration records for over 385,000 voters, working continuously to ensure that the voter registration rolls are up to date. Washington County Elections is committed to helping you better understand how the elections process works at the county level. Those who are interested in learning more are encouraged to reach out to the county's elections division to schedule a tour of the facility or for any questions you may have. Election-related resources can be found at WashCoVotes.org.

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