Houston Voting WORKS
As one of the most populated cities in the country, Houston has a unique opportunity to shape the future of democracy.
What are the Top Civic Activities for Houston Workplaces?
Encouraging civic engagement among employees is a strategic investment in the future of Houston’s business community. By supporting employees’ involvement in the democratic process, you can help create a more prosperous, equitable, and resilient Houston for everyone. Here’s where to start:
Provide Civics Education
Host lunch & learns, trainings and conversations focused on civic engagement, government processes and local policy issues, helping to build a more informed, engaged workforce.
Get Out the Vote
Make it easy for employees to do their civic duty, through establishing a voting time off policy, holding a voter registration drive, or sending out (nonpartisan) information about when, where and how to vote.
Support Community
Create opportunities for employees to get involved with their local communities through nonprofit partnerships, volunteerism and philanthropic support.
Why are Workplaces Great Hubs for Civic Engagement?
Houston businesses can play a significant role in driving positive change in their workplace and their communities by promoting civic engagement initiatives. Here is why:
Established Trust
According to the most recent Edelman Trust Barometer Index, 79% of people said they trust their employer -- significantly more than any other institution. Businesses can leverage this trust to provide nonpartisan educational resources and increase civic participation.
Diverse Perspectives
Businesses are comprised of people from a variety of backgrounds with diverse interests. Promoting civic engagement among your workforce allows for a more representative electorate and creates opportunities for more inclusive conversations and greater understanding within your team.
Employee Satisfaction
Most employees feel proud to be part of an organization that contributes positively to society. By educating and empowering your teams to meaningfully participate in key activities like voting or working the polls, you can easily boost morale and job satisfaction.
Let Us Help Your Workplace
IGCI has partnered with the Houston Endowment to provide nonpartisan civic engagement resources Houston area businesses for free. We offer a variety of tools and programming for businesses, including:
Comprehensive Nonpartisan Resources: Our robust tools and programs are designed to help your organization provide accurate and unbiased information to your employees. These resources include state-specific voter toolkits with county-level information, educational resources on civic duties, and public policy updates.
Sample Employee Policies: We provide guidance on best practices for civic engagement programs, including sample voting time off policies. These templates help you empower your employees with supportive policies that encourage civic participation without compromising business operations.
Programs & Events: IGCI can assist your organization in planning and executing civic engagement events, such as group voting events, volunteer days, and civic education workshops. Our experience, expertise, and educational resources ensure your events are impactful and well-organized.
Community Partnerships: IGCI’s network of nonprofits and business coalitions allows you to connect with other civically-minded groups and organizations. This networking provides valuable opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and amplifying the impact of civic engagement efforts.
IGCI’s tools can help you organization create meaningful civic engagement programs that are nonpartisan and inclusive, catering to all employees regardless of their role within the organization. We have successfully assisted numerous organizations in implementing their civic engagement programs.