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October 2, 2026 – Weekly Ways To Engage

Happy (First) Friday! It’s not just any Friday and there’s a lot to do today! Make sure to check out the events happening today. 

This Sunday, October 4 is the deadline to register to vote or update your registration. It’s quick and easy to register online at voterregistration.alaska.gov.

The Alaska Division of Elections offices are open on Sunday 12pm-4pm on Sunday, but TODAY is the last day to register in-person at other voter registration agencies such as the DMV, city or borough clerk’s offices or participating public libraries.

Early voting begins Monday, October 19 – For official election information, voter registration, polling locations, and updates, visit the Alaska Division of Elections. 

Read on for opportunities to get involved and local events in this week’s ‘Ways to Engage’ series from Alaska Forward!

HAPPENING TODAY: Anchorage Fundraiser for Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins – Friday, October 2, 5:30-7:00pm at 630 Oceanview Dr.

Join hosts Art & Jordis Clark and Greg & Jeanette Wakefield, along with cohosts from across the community, at an Anchorage fundraiser for Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins and Zac Johnson. 

As the only Democrats in the race, facing three Republican opponents, and with stakes and costs this high, every show of support counts.

Learn more and contribute at https://www.jktforak.com/

Upcoming Events – Mark your calendars and be sure to check out the MARCHAGAINST.ORG, Stand Up Alaska, and ALASKADEMOCRATS.ORG to take action in Alaska!

Friday, October 2

Saturday, October 3

Sunday, October 4

Monday, October 5

Tuesday, October 6

Wednesday, October 7 

Thursday, October 8

Friday, October 9

Sunday, October 11

Monday, October 12

Tuesday, October 13

Thursday, October 14

Friday, October 16

Saturday, October 17

Sunday, October 18

Monday, October 19 – Early Voting Begins

Tuesday, October 20

Friday, October 23

Saturday, October 24

  • Anchorage ‘Show of Hands’ Concert at Bernie’s details TBA

Sunday, October 25

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

Friday, October 30

Sunday, October 1

Tuesday, November 3 – Election Day – GO VOTE!

Thursday, November 5

Put Anchorage on the Map – Stop Sexual Violence Day of Action 10/8/26

On October 8, survivors, young people, and feminists everywhere are taking to the streets with Women’s March to #StopSexualViolence. Every survivor deserves justice and accountability. Get on the Map. 

Writing Wednesdays – Writing Can Save Democracy! 

Join Women Forward for Writing Wednesdays 12-1pm AK. The Women Forward Write to Win project supports writing letters to the editor, your elected representatives, corporations, or political campaigns. Writing Wednesdays invites writers to express their ideals and aspirations for democracy and our country and hold people in power accountable by writing letters to newspaper or media outlet editors, elected representatives, corporations, or others.

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Opportunities for Everyone to Engage, Get Training and Take Action! 

  • Visit the DNC’s Take Action page – Learn more about the ‘Local Listeners’ training, Storytellers Network, and other ways to get involved.    Get the word out about how the Trump Administration is affecting Alaska – you can find a running list of Federal actions affecting our state here.  Write a letter to the editor of your local paper – Check out Women Forward’s helpful toolkit for guidance. Letters to the editor are a long game, so if your letter isn’t published, keep trying and post it on social media and share it with your network. You can find more tips on how to write letters that really get attention here and feel free to contact us at info@alaskaforward.org if we can help in any way.
  • Join Action Alaska: Be a part of this collaboration among Stand UP Alaska, Alaskans Take a Stand, and Alaska March On to protect Alaska and our Democracy! Join here.
  • Take Action with People Power United Alaska – Fill out their interest form for actions you can take to help fight for freedom and equal rights, in person and online!
  • Stay Informed: Follow the Women Forward Action Center Substack for updates on Congressional actions and ways to engage. 
  • Local Engagement: Volunteers will be reaching out to you about how to take some of these ideas and apply them locally. If you would like to contact us directly, you can reply to this message or text 907-360-2288.

Disclaimer: Alaska Forward is an unofficial group that engages in activities such as submitting letters to the editor, assisting with signs, and participating in grassroots efforts aligned with the Democratic Party’s campaign plans. 

It’s important to note that we do not operate as a formal campaign entity, do not handle funds, and do not incur expenses. While we assist with purchasing campaign materials and collaborate with the Democratic Party, our primary focus remains on grassroots support as a group of friends.

Please stay tuned for updates, and feel free to reach out if you’d like to contribute in any way.

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