Stevie Wonder has joined the #SpeakYourVote movement to help encourage Gen Z and millennials to get to the ballot box!
The #SpeakYourVote movement highlights the power and influence of the nearly 113 million eligible voters from Gen Z and millennials, who together represent almost half of the total voting population. Their voices are crucial to shaping the nation’s future; however, historically, voter turnout among these groups has been low, and this campaign aims to change that by creating a platform where art meets activism.
The #OpenVerseChallenge is an innovative way for artists of all backgrounds and generations to get involved. Using TikTok’s “Duet” feature and/or the “Remix” feature on Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, participants can record their own verse, inspired by Stevie Wonder’s call to action. These short, creative clips allow users to express what voting means to them and encourage their followers to engage in the democratic process.
With Stevie Wonder’s legendary influence and the viral nature of social media, the campaign hopes to inspire millions of young people to get registered, get informed, and get to the polls!
The #SpeakYourVote initiative was initially launched by the Civic Wisdom Foundation. To join Stevie Wonder’s #OpenVerseChallenge visit the #SpeakYourVote hashtag on TikTok, Instagram, and/or YouTube page and share your video.