Committee of Seventy

📣 Get your mail-in ballots heeeerreee! 📣

Only 75 days until mail-in ballot applications are due in PA. Have you submitted yours yet? Do it now: https://ow.ly/kpZi50SYJUC

🗳️ Get ready for the upcoming election! Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest updates, important deadlines, and everything you need to be an informed voter ➡️ https://ow.ly/woAR50SY2rt.

In May, we hosted our third annual Women in Public Leadership Event featuring a panel of five amazing women leaders.

Watch the panel to learn more about their journeys to public service, the challenges along the way, and how they’re paving the way for others: https://ow.ly/Q3xb50SWm1R.

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Last month, we held a virtual members-only election discussion with our VP of External Affairs, Andrew McGinley, and Program Director, Tanisha Bezue. As we close in on the upcoming election, consider becoming a member to get prepared and access information directly from the C70 team of experts.

You can check out the briefing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brcKxBbdYqw

And you can join our mission and become a C70 member here: https://seventy.org/membership

Don't miss your chance to sign up for Summer Poll Worker Training with the Philadelphia City Commissioners! Learn all you need to know to be a steward of democracy this Fall and beyond.

Sign up here: https://ow.ly/9tMw50SToiF

C70 recently spoke with Marcus Hall, Director of Workforce Operations at Philadelphia Works. He discussed his role in ensuring high-quality and effective services across adult and youth workforce systems in our city.

Tune into our conversation with Marcus here: https://ow.ly/ZTiB50SSqs5

Our President and CEO Lauren Cristella was on CBS Philadelphia over the weekend to discuss the latest updates in the Presidential Election, including debates and what goes into selecting a potential running mate.

Watch here: https://ow.ly/fQpm50SRFIP.

It's . Each election, PA counts on 45,000 friends and neighbors to staff our polling locations. Learn why they're the best people for the job (and consider joining the ranks!): https://ow.ly/JryG50SPCVQ

For more resources on becoming a poll worker, check out our website: https://ow.ly/trNZ50SPCVZ.

Meet this year's C70 summer fellows! We had a great group of students working with us this year to support policy, programming, development, and communications. We’re so appreciative of their hard work and are excited to see what they do next!

This morning, C70 President and CEO Lauren Cristella was on CBS Philadelphia, diving into the latest developments in the presidential election, including the critical need for poll workers across Pennsylvania—a role you can help fill to make a difference!

Missed it live? No worries! You can watch the full interview here: https://ow.ly/6XEV50SNHrF.

And learn about becoming a poll worker here: https://ow.ly/6zG950SNHrA.

To close out , here are resources for making voting accessible in PA. Every Pennsylvanian deserves to cast their ballot at their polling place, by mail, or with help from another person, without issue or judgment.

https://ow.ly/1kCt50SMIWe

Our President and CEO, Lauren Cristella, spoke to members of Technical.ly Philly’s Tech Industry Partnership this morning about the civic responsibility of employers and how organizations can create a culture of voting through C70's WeVote program.

Interested in becoming a WeVote partner? Learn more here: https://seventy.org/wevote.

🕒 The clock is ticking... there are less than 100 days until mail-in ballot applications are due in Pennsylvania. Have you submitted yours?

Lock in your plan to vote and submit your application today: https://ow.ly/traV50SJEEy

The political landscape is changing rapidly and we’re here to answer your questions about the process. For more election-related FAQs and resources, visit seventy.org/myths-faqs.

We’re committed to providing information voters need to make informed decisions and understand this process, especially in this historic moment. We’ll be providing updates and resources as this situation develops, so be sure to check our website and social media platforms regularly.

Read our full statement on recent developments in the presidential election process here: https://ow.ly/cIxg50SHwgE.

Today marks another major turning point in the presidential election and many of us are wondering what happens next. While we wait for additional information in the coming days and weeks, check out this helpful resource from NBC News.

To yinz, youse, and everyone in between - Happy National Pennsylvania Day from the C70 team.

Cheers to our fearless leader Lauren Cristella, Nonprofit Leader of the year! Congrats to all the Rad Awards nominees and thanks to The Philadelphia Citizen for a fantastic event honoring amazing Philadelphians.

Check out this recap to learn more about the event: https://ow.ly/eK1l50SGiyp.

We’re pleased to share that our 2023-2024 Buchholz Fellows will be continuing their work with us through this critical election!

And we’ve updated the timeline for Buchholz Fellows moving forward, with applications opening in September through November and a new cohort starting in January.

Keep an eye out for additional information. In the meantime, learn more about our current fellows here: https://seventy.org/buchholz-fellows.

Our partners, Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, are hosting “One Day Law School for Journalists” for members of the media and anyone interested in understanding the legal system better.

Experts will speak on topics like reporting on elections and handling media coverage in high-profile cases.

Learn more and register here: https://www.pmconline.org/events/one-day-law-school-journalists-0.

The Rad Awards are tomorrow! Hosted by The Philadelphia Citizen and Rad Girls, our President and CEO, Lauren Cristella, is nominated for Nonprofit Leader of the Year.

Learn more about the awards and nominees here: https://ow.ly/BejY50SCKlF

Earlier today, our President and CEO Lauren Cristella, stood with city leaders to condemn the violent attack on former President Trump over the weekend.

She spoke about rebuilding trust, being thoughtful about what we’re sharing, and fostering a healthy democracy now through November and beyond.

Thank you to Commissioner Omar Sabir for your leadership in organizing this important event.

The Committee of Seventy strongly condemns the violent attack on former President Trump. Our thoughts are with everyone who was affected by this violence.

There is no place for violence in our politics and we stand with the overwhelming majority of Americans who share that belief. C70 has excellent resources that help people work out their differences without violence.

Democracy works better when we earn and hold trust - trust in our elected officials, trust in our institutions and trust in each other.

This is a moment where leaders across all ideologies and sectors must speak out against violence publicly and in no uncertain terms.

We also call on people to take care in what information they share or amplify, today and every day.

We all have a role to play in promoting accurate information and quelling further acts of violence fueled by inflamed rhetoric and misinformation. For more resources or join our effort to create the vibrant democracy we need, visit seventy.org

Thank you to for their resources and leadership in combatting political violence at home and abroad.

The 2024 general election is fast approaching and Philadelphia will need all hands on deck to staff our polling places. Sign up for an upcoming Poll Worker Training with the City Commissioners and do your part for democracy!

Have you ever heard of a circular economy?🔄 We recently spoke with Nic Esposito, Director of Policy & Engagement at Circular Philadelphia, an organization dedicated to promoting a circular economy in the greater Philadelphia region. Nic, who previously served as the City of Philadelphia’s Zero Waste and Litter Director, shared insights into Circular Philadelphia's mission and the importance of transitioning towards a circular economy model with less waste and pollution.

Learn more and listen to our conversation with Nic here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFqXv7pbOoY

We need high school students to get involved, make their voices heard, and help drive positive change in the 2024 election and beyond! That's why, C70's President and CEO, Lauren Cristella, joined other members of New Voters in a call to action for young voters (and future voters) in Teen Vogue.

Read the piece here: https://ow.ly/hpSX50Szbug.

On 7/11, we’re hosting a special conversation on Pennsylvania elections exclusively for Committee of Seventy Members!

C70’s VP of External Affairs, Andrew McGinley, and Program Director, Tanisha Bezue, will be breaking down the results of April’s primary and what it means for PA and answering election-related questions from the audience.

Current members should check their inbox for more information. And if you’re not a member, there’s still time to become one and join us on Thursday: https://ow.ly/hQXH50Sykys.

Independence Day has come and gone, but don't let learning about our democracy stop there! C70 has partnered with elementary and middle school educators to create programming that teaches young people basic civic skills, like respectful listening, creative inquiry and thinking, and community problem-solving.

Check out our Democracy for Kids resources on our website: https://seventy.org/youth-civics/democracy-for-kids

Let freedom ring, Philly! Happy Independence Day from C70. Today, we celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our nation. As you enjoy friends, family, and fireworks today, remember our everlasting commitment to democracy and freedom.