As we approach the 2024 presidential election, AAJA has compiled a list of basic voter rights, election safety resources for journalists and AAPI voter fact sheets.
Know Your Rights
Every voter has voting rights, however they may differ from state to state so it’s important to check your state’s rules.
- APIAVote
- APIAVote offers In-Language Voter Info on their website to help people understand key voter information on how to vote in the United States. The languages they have are: Bengali, Chinese Traditional, Chinese Simplified, Hindi, Punjabi, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog and Urdu.
- They also offer election information specific to all 50 states. In addition, APIAVote has translated voter guides in 10 states for the 2024 election to help voters. The 10 states are: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah and Virginia.
Journalist Safety
Journalists covering the upcoming 2024 election should know what rights they have and what resources are available.
AAPI Voter Fact Sheets
The AAPI demographic is the fastest growing racial group in the United States. It is important to understand their impact and gain key insights into this diverse community.
- APIAVote
- APIAVote created AAPI voter demographics data by state. You can learn about the AAPI community and how many eligible voters there are in different states, such as Georgia and Pennsylvania.
- AAPI Data
- White House Initiative on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders and AAPI Data
- This 2024 national factsheet from the WHIAANHPI and AAPI Data highlights key demographic trends, economic contributions and health disparities affecting these communities. The data underscores the diversity within the AANHPI population and emphasizes the importance of targeted policy efforts to address their unique needs.
Election Resources
- News Literacy Project
- The News Literacy Project created an online dashboard that tracks election misinformation trends. The themes include:
- Knight Election Law Forum
- The Knight Election Law Forum and American Bar Association provide a platform for experts to discuss critical issues in election law and democracy. It aims to address legal challenges and promote fair election practices in the United States.
- Knight Election Hub
- The Knight Election Hub is a resource designed to help journalists and the public access essential election-related records. It provides tools for transparency and accountability, making it easier to investigate election processes and outcomes.
