Absentee Vote
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Absentee voting, also known as mail-in voting, allows members to participate in an election without being physically present at an annual meeting. Your organization mails the ballot to these voters, who fill them out at their convenience and return them to you by mail. While less convenient than electronic voting, mail-in absentee ballots ensure all members still have a say in the election, regardless of location.
Mail-in votes rely on USPS shipping times, so it’s crucial for your organization to carefully manage mailing timelines and potential delays to avoid disenfranchising these members. Your organization also needs a way to monitor and verify these absentee ballots to better understand the voter experience and overall engagement figures.