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Women’s Equality Day: Voting, Voice, and SAVE Act Fact vs Fiction

August 26 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Confused by the SAVE Act and Voter ID headlines? Get the facts, understand Florida law, and separate fact from fiction.

Over the past several months, voting laws have dominated headlines. Many people first heard about the proposed SAVE Act, only to later see news about the Voter ID Act, changing legislative proposals, and evolving conversations around voter registration and election security.

If you’ve found yourself wondering:

  • Does any of this actually affect me?
  • What’s current law versus proposed legislation?
  • What if I’ve changed my name after marriage or divorce?
  • How do I know what’s true when every headline seems different?

This Women’s Equality Day, Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship is partnering with the League of Women Voters of Florida for a practical, fact-based conversation designed to cut through the confusion.

Together, we’ll separate fact from fiction around the SAVE Act, the Voter ID Act, voter identification requirements, and Florida’s current voting laws—helping you understand what has changed, what is still being debated, and what women in Florida should know today.

This conversation is strictly nonpartisan. We won’t tell you how to vote. We won’t tell you what to believe. We’re here to help you uncover facts based information and know where to find trustworthy information for yourself.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of today’s voting landscape and practical tools to confidently navigate changing information. Together, we’ll explore:

  • How the conversation has evolved from the proposed SAVE Act to the current Voter ID Act discussion
  • What is currently required under Florida voting law—and what remains proposed at the federal level
  • The differences between voter registration, voter identification, and documentary proof of citizenship
  • What women who have changed their names through marriage, divorce, or another life event should know
  • Where to find official, credible election information before sharing it or making decisions
  • Practical ways women can advocate for themselves and their communities through informed civic participation

Fact vs. Fiction

One of the highlights of this session is our interactive Fact vs. Fiction discussion.

Together, we’ll unpack some of the most common claims circulating online, including:

  • “If I’m already registered to vote, none of these changes affect me.”
  • “If I changed my last name after getting married or divorced, I don’t need to think about my voter registration.”
  • “Whatever happens federally, Florida’s voting requirements won’t change.”

For each topic, our League of Women Voters experts will help us break down:

The Claim — What people are hearing.

The Facts — What current law and trusted sources actually say.

The Action — What eligible Florida voters should know or do.

You’ll leave with practical tools to share your voice through civic participation.

Why This Conversation Matters

Women’s Equality Day commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment on August 26, 1920—a defining milestone in women’s right to vote in the United States.

As women building companies, leading teams, creating technology, and strengthening our communities, our influence extends far beyond the ballot box. Understanding the systems that shape our businesses, careers, and rights is part of informed leadership.

What’s Next? Launching WTE’s Statewide Voting & Voice Initiative

This Women’s Equality Day session is the first event in WTE’s three-part Voting & Voice Initiative, created in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Florida.

Part 2: September | Register

Throughout September, League of Women Voters volunteers will join WTE chapter socials across Florida with information tables where attendees can:

  • Register to vote
  • Update their voter registration
  • Verify their registration status
  • Ask questions about Florida voting requirements
  • Access trusted, nonpartisan election resources

Make sure you bring your Florida Drivers License Number or Florida ID Number to your regular monthly WTE networking event for convenient, secure voter registration support.

Part 3: October | Your Ballot Explained

We’ll conclude the series with a special online session designed to help members confidently prepare for the November election through a nonpartisan review of Florida’s ballot, key dates, and trusted voter resources.

Meet Our Speakers:

Dr. Sarah Matthews, Founder & CEO at Health Communications Consultants, Inc.

Sarah Matthews is a scientist, entrepreneur, and award-winning public health leader whose firm serves global clients with a mission rooted in innovation, advocacy, and human-centered problem-solving. A former epidemiologist and current researcher in AI acceptance in public health, Sarah brings a unique systems perspective to business, technology, and equity. She is widely published and the recipient of multiple state and national honors for her leadership in health, tech, and policy. Sarah also serves as a Board Member on the Advocacy Committee at Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship, helping shape inclusive dialogue and drive systemic impact across the WTE community.

More Speaker Announcements Coming Soon

We’re excited to welcome a representative from the League of Women Voters of Florida to lead this conversation. Speaker details will be announced soon.

About The League of Women Voters

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels. Find your local League of Women Voters Chapter here.

About Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship (WTE)

Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship is a dues-free, member-led organization helping women across all industries start, scale, and lead in today’s economy. We provide educational programming, near-peer mentorship, and a thriving community of support for women building bold careers and businesses — on their own terms.

This session is part of WTE’s Advocacy Committee Engagement Sessions (ACEs)—a series created by WTE’s Advocacy Committee to make advocacy more accessible through fact-based education, thoughtful dialogue, and practical next steps. Whether the topic is entrepreneurship, technology, public policy, or civic engagement, ACEs help our community understand the issues shaping our businesses, careers, and everyday lives.

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