New York City's Student Voter Registration Day (SVRD) is a single-day program that educates New York City high school students about the importance of voting and civic engagement. SVRD is a joint collaboration of NYC Votes, Council Member Helen Rosenthal, and members of the New York City Council. This year's event was held on March 20, 2015 and registered over 1600 students from 25 schools across the city.
The program is designed to increase youth voter registration and to get young people excited about being involved in the democratic process. Through interactive discussion, SVRD encourages youth to see how issues at the polls affect their everyday lives.
In 2016, the city budget includes $343,840 citywide for SVRD in each district.
NYC Wins When Everyone Can Vote! Michael H. Drucker
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