WAGAP to publish collection of stories, artistic expressions
BINGEN — Community members are invited to contribute to a Community Voting Zine, a unique project put together by Washington Gorge Action Programs (WAGAP) to capture the stories, reflections, and artwork of local individuals around the themes of voting, health equity, and civic engagement.
This zine (pronounced like in “magazine”) will offer a platform for underrepresented voices, highlighting the role voting plays in shaping communities and futures. It is a small-circulation, self-published booklet that will collect personal stories, poetry, drawings, and other artistic and creative expressions that reflect on the importance of voting and its impact on social justice and equity.
The project will emphasize how voting is not just a civic duty but a powerful tool for improving community health and well-being. It is non-partisan and meant to encourage civic engagement in all elections, local, state, and national.
The zine will be distributed both digitally and in print locally from Oct. 15-18, aligning with local ballot mailings for the 2024 general election.
“We hope this project inspires community members to reflect on the importance of their vote and the role it plays in creating a healthier, more equitable society,” said Sasha Bentley, director of equity and inclusion at WAGAP. “This zine is about amplifying diverse voices and making sure everyone feels empowered to participate in the democratic process.”
WAGAP is inviting local organizations, nonprofits, and community leaders to partner in this project by helping to spread the word and encourage submissions of individual expression.
For more information or to get involved, visit www.wagap.org/zine for information in English. For Spanish, go to www.wagap.org/zine-el-voto.
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Una versión en español de esta historia está en línea en www.columbiagorgenews.com/enespanol.
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