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Who We Are
Civic Engagement Beyond Voting, an Indivisible group, is a grassroots nonpartisan organization that works to empower Arizona’s citizens to exercise their voices at the local level. We formed just after the 2016 federal election that inspired so many people to action, and quickly coalesced around using the Request to Speak (RTS) system as the "gateway drug to activism." We offer trainings, speaker series, ballot guides, calls to action, and more, all focused on helping people make their voices heard on the issues that matter to them.
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What We Do
RTS
CEBV heavily promotes the use of the Request to Speak (RTS) system. We register Arizonans for RTS, train them on its use, and issue weekly calls to action.
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Amplify
CEBV is a force multiplier, collaborating with local and national groups to amplify our collective impact.
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Inform
We provide citizens and groups with information that leads to direct action and positive change.
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Advocate
As part of our work with Indivisible, CEBV works to challenge Arizona’s status quo through local advocacy.
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Our Impact
If you aren't at the table, you're probably on the menu.
CEBV helps people find their seats at the table with weekly calls to action designed to drive direct advocacy and positive change. Published on Substack, our Weekly covers a broad range of issues such as civil rights, criminal justice, education, the environment, gun safety, health care, immigration, transparency in government, women’s rights, and many others. In session, the Weekly provides a one-stop shop to follow the Legislature, boasting the most comprehensive coverage of any legislative advocacy organization in Arizona with a tracking average of 25 percent of all bills introduced. Out of session, we broaden our focus with special reports on the state of politics in Arizona, including ballot initiatives, the judiciary, municipal and school board actions, and more.
Since 2017, CEBV has registered over 13,000 Arizona residents for RTS and held over 500 trainings on its use.
Presenting to groups as diverse as neighborhood associations, advocacy organizations, and civic clubs. We have a engagement of approximately 20,000 followers in every county and legislative district in the state.
CEBV has forged relationships with numerous issue-based advocacy groups to amplify our collective impact. Voting rights and direct democracy are our foundational interest, as none of the other issues is safe if we are unable to vote for and elect lawmakers who will stand up for our interests.
CEBV has forged relationships with numerous issue-based advocacy groups to amplify our collective impact. Voting rights and direct democracy are our foundational interest, as none of the other issues is safe if we are unable to vote for and elect lawmakers who will stand up for our interests.
Now in our 7th year, CEBV's advocacy has continued to grow.
For the 2020 election cycle, based on district metrics and lawmakers' stances on bills tracked, we hosted 15 phone banks for pro-democracy legislative candidates and made over 10,000 calls.
In 2021, CEBV began weekly Zoom Happy Hours to assist volunteers with RTS, answer questions about upcoming legislative actions, and share news and information. We also formed regional legislative working teams to focus on accountability for local legislators, election best practices, redistricting oversight and accountability, letters to the editor, and more.
In 2022, we have added Testimony Training, a program to help everyday citizens advocate personally at the Capitol on the issues they care about.
In 2023, we broadened our reach even further with a speaker series featuring local and national political experts such as Rachel Bitecofer, Simon Rosenberg, and Laura Brill.
In 2021, CEBV began weekly Zoom Happy Hours to assist volunteers with RTS, answer questions about upcoming legislative actions, and share news and information. We also formed regional legislative working teams to focus on accountability for local legislators, election best practices, redistricting oversight and accountability, letters to the editor, and more.
In 2022, we have added Testimony Training, a program to help everyday citizens advocate personally at the Capitol on the issues they care about.
In 2023, we broadened our reach even further with a speaker series featuring local and national political experts such as Rachel Bitecofer, Simon Rosenberg, and Laura Brill.
What Others Are Saying
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"Your training on RTS was professional and detailed. You provide a wealth of links & materials in your emails. The Happy Hour is a great way to stay informed & active. And thank you for answering & responding to my inquiries! I'm looking forward to continuing to work with CEBV!" — Amy in Tucson
"Thank you for all you have done and continue to do so the public at large can participate in the system and make their voices heard. We couldn't have done it without you." — Cindy in Chandler "We are in your debt — your premier consistent, insightful voice creates community and guides our energies into informed, meaningful political engagement. Thank you." — Judy in Scottsdale "Can't thank you enough for all you do for the Big D (Democracy) here in Arizona!" — Linda in Globe "Thank you for another superb weekly update packed full of useful information. I appreciate all the work that goes into this!" — Susan in Phoenix "You've got the best perspective in the state! Everything you do is first class, reliable and inspirational. You take people by the hand and lead them to action – not an easy task, especially during a pandemic." — Ellen in Sedona "I admire the effectiveness of what you're doing. Who is providing you with your playbook? You're definitely too smooth to be just a bunch of volunteers." — Calvin in Snowflake |
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