Be an Election Protection Hotline Volunteer
Are you interested in using your legal skills to assist everyday voters in the upcoming 2026 Midterm Elections?Democracy North Carolina owns and operates the state’s premier nonpartisan voter hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683). Our hotline is available throughout the year. Callers may ask questions about how to register to vote and cast a ballot in North Carolina or report voting problems.
SERVE AS A NORTH CAROLINA ELECTION PROTECTION HOTLINE VOLUNTEER
During election season, we recruit and train hotline volunteers. Hotline volunteers receive online training and answer calls via an online platform from their homes. Volunteers are required to:
- Have a JD, be currently enrolled in law school, or currently work as a paralegal
- Be able to serve a minimum of 2-3 shifts (generally 4 hours each) throughout the election season. You do not have to volunteer every month the hotline is active
- Have access to a computer with reliable internet access and a headset with a microphone
- Have basic computer/internet skills and the ability to troubleshoot problems
- Be able to complete two ALL NEW trainings, updated for 2026
- Be able to interact with voters in a calm, nonpartisan manner
