Election Protection is a national, nonpartisan voter-assistance coalition that trains volunteers and operates voter-help hotlines. Its poll monitors are different from campaign or party poll watchers, who serve under separate state and local rules.
As Nevada’s Nov. 3 general election approaches, residents can use national help resources, explore available volunteer roles and, in Washoe County, observe parts of election administration through an official county process.
Save and share the Election Protection hotline
People with voting questions, problems or barriers can call or text 866-OUR-VOTE at 866-687-8683 for trained assistance.
Multilingual help is also available. Spanish and English assistance is available at 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682), Asian-language and English help at 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683), and Arabic and English help at 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287).
Sign up with Election Protection
Sign up with Election Protection to see which volunteer roles are currently available.
Available roles vary by state, so signing up does not guarantee an in-person Nevada poll-monitor assignment.
Volunteer from home
The coalition also offers remote volunteer opportunities, including social-media monitoring and voter outreach. Volunteers receive training.
These options can give people another way to participate without serving at a polling location.
Observe the election process in Washoe County
Washoe County has published 2026 General Election Observation Opportunities for members of the public who want to observe parts of election administration.
This is an official public-observation process administered by the county. It is separate from Election Protection’s nonpartisan volunteer program and from campaign or party observers.
Use trained help instead of intervening personally
If you see a voting problem, use trained or official channels rather than confronting voters, poll workers or observers.
Election Protection tells its volunteers to report problems through established channels instead of confronting people directly.
Saving the hotline, sharing it with others and knowing where official help is available can give voters a clear place to turn when something goes wrong.
Want to make sure your voter registration is current? Use the tool below to check your registration status or access voter registration resources.
