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How to Get Shit Done: Gerrymandering Edition

  • Temple Center City 1515 Market St, Room 222 Philadelphia (map)

Did you know that Pennsylvania ranked 43rd out of 50 states in the integrity of our election process? That's not great. Let's change that by ending gerrymandering.

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Join YIP and Fair Districts PA (FDPA) to learn about the problem of gerrymandering in Pennsylvania, and how it impacts us as Philadelphians. After an introduction to the issue, we'll talk about how each of us can fight for the solution and make a difference in this issue. You'll leave with tips and tricks and action items to complete to help get shit done for our city and our state.

Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) builds relationships and increases civic engagement to empower and connect young citizens in Philadelphia. YIP accomplishes these objectives through civic education, exposure to volunteer opportunities, social events, and civic advocacy around key issues facing the city. 

Fair Districts PA is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization fighting for fair voting districts and a stronger democracy in Pennsylvania. FDPA is a statewide coalition of organizations and individuals working to create a process for redistricting that is transparent, impartial, and fair. 

Earlier Event: February 17
Get Involved Happy Hour: Get Out the Vote
Later Event: April 7
Virtual Pulse Check