The City of Atlanta and the Equality Foundation of Georgia have announced the launch of the“Atlanta Votes” initiative which aims to increase civic participation in the upcoming November 8, 2022, election. This nonpartisan effort works to educate and inspire Atlantans to become more engaged in the electoral process and increase eligible voter turnout. Former Council President Felicia Moore has been engaged by the Equality Foundation of Georgia and in her role therewith is serving as Senior Advisor for the project.

"Voting remains our most powerful instrument of change,” said Mayor Andre Dickens. “Despite party affiliations, backgrounds or beliefs, we all have an undeniable ability to impact our daily lives and those of others when we cast our ballots in each and every election. Atlanta has a rich history that has placed our city at the epicenter of change, shaped by all parties and powered by people using their vote as their voice.”

In Atlanta, eligible voters may cast ballots in Fulton County or DeKalb County, dependent upon where they reside, which are governed by two separate elections boards. The Atlanta Votes website offers voters and potential voters an easy-to-use resource that connects users to voter information, including a streamlined connection to the respective county’s sites. Additionally, the website offers direct access to Georgia’s My Voter Page, which offers statewide voter information and resources.

“With shifts in voting laws and changes to voting locations, it is imperative for voters have a one-stop-shop that empowers them to obtain critical election information,” added Mayor Dickens. “Thank you to former Council President Felicia Moore and everyone involved in this effort to increase voter participation in Atlanta.”

According to data from Fulton and DeKalb County election offices, 58.3% of registered voters in Atlanta cast ballots in 2018. Currently, Atlanta is comprised of 468,866 registered voters, who reside in either Fulton or DeKalb counties. Through thoughtful outreach and communications, Atlanta Votes strives to reach eligible residents that may not be aware of the voting process or familiar with voting.

The launch of the Atlanta Votes website marks the beginning of a comprehensive effort that includes a multi-tiered approach to educating voters about ways to cast ballots in the upcoming election via absentee ballots or by casting ballots during the advance voting period or on Election Day.