2025 - Winner for Distinguished Voter Education and Communications Initiatives

Since 2018, the Wake County Board of Elections has implemented the Media Partnership and Transparency Initiative to strengthen voter education, improve media coordination, and maintain operational focus during high-volume elections. The program includes election-specific media kits, pre-election media briefings, and structured transparency measures that support public observation while protecting ballot security and chain of custody. Since 2024, the Board has conducted more than 150 media engagements, demonstrating the programs consistency. This approach has improved reporting accuracy, reduced repetitive inquiries, strengthened relationships with local media, and enabled staff to balance public communication with core election responsibilities during peak periods.