CARE Action Advocates strike a pose on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., before hitting the halls of Congress to lobby. Laura Noel/CARE
CARE Action Advocates strike a pose on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., before hitting the halls of Congress to lobby. Laura Noel/CARE
By electing U.S. leaders who will champion global issues—from ending poverty to empowering women and girls—you are helping to create a better, more just world.
Many of the injustices we see in the U.S. are the same struggles faced globally. When we vote, we’re not just deciding on policies here at home—we’re influencing solutions that have far-reaching impacts. With so much at stake, your vote this year has the power to drive real change.
Here are 4 ways your vote will have a global impact:
The U.S. has always played a crucial role as the world’s largest humanitarian donor. Our elections will determine not only the future of humanitarian funding but also our nation’s commitment to diplomacy, conflict resolution, and social justice on the global stage.
Conflicts today last longer, are more frequent, and result in deadlier consequences for civilians than ever before. The war in Syria, now in its 13th year, alongside the escalating violence in Sudan and Gaza, has displaced millions and caused widespread suffering.
Meanwhile, climate change continues to ravage vulnerable communities, with a 45% increase in internal displacement between 2021 and 2022 alone.
As 2023 marks the hottest year on record, the trend toward more frequent and severe disasters is likely to intensify. Today, 719 million people still live in extreme poverty, surviving on less than $2.15 a day, with women and children bearing the brunt of the burden.
From the lack of access to education and economic opportunities to pervasive violence and discrimination, gender inequality remains a global challenge. U.S. leaders have the power to drive meaningful change on these issues, supporting policies that promote gender equity and empower women and girls to reach their full potential.
No country has yet achieved full gender equality, and at the current pace, it will take another 131 years to close the global gender gap. The cost of inaction is immense. UN Women estimates that failing to adequately educate young women costs the global economy $10 trillion annually, and without urgent intervention, harmful practices like child marriage could continue until 2092.
One in three women worldwide will experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. In times of conflict or crisis, these numbers spike even higher. Yet, when women and girls are empowered—when they are educated, safe from violence, and have control over their economic futures—they uplift entire communities.
The U.S. leaders we elect play a vital role in determining whether the U.S. prioritizes solutions to end hunger or let it worsen.
In Africa, food insecurity is even more severe, with one in five people affected. And women around the world are disproportionately impacted, often eating last and least compared to men.
Without immediate interventions, hunger will continue to fuel conflict, displacement, and economic instability. U.S. food assistance funding—both emergency food aid and long-term resilience programs—plays a critical role in combating hunger. These programs provide lifesaving food to those in conflict zones and natural disaster areas, while also addressing root causes of hunger through agricultural training, water access, and nutrition programs.
The ripple effects of inadequate healthcare access are profound, affecting everything from life expectancy to economic productivity and community well-being.
The U.S. has long been a leader in global health, but today the need for investment is even more urgent. Investing in frontline health workers—many of whom are women—has the potential to save up to 60 million lives by 2030. It would also increase global life expectancy by nearly four years, promoting health equity and gender equality.
These community health workers don’t just deliver care—they build trust, educate families, and transform entire communities by offering essential services like vaccinations, maternal care, and disease prevention.
CARE is advocating for increased U.S. support for these workers, who are critical in addressing both immediate health needs and long-term global health challenges. Supporting frontline health workers is not only a lifesaving strategy—it’s key to building healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
CARE believes in the power of collaborative solutions to fight poverty and drive impact. Our commitment goes beyond words—96% of our global team operates locally, ensuring that change is impactful and deeply rooted in the communities we serve. At the same time, CARE Action mobilizes thousands of voices across the country, advocating for U.S. policies that uplift those in need now and for generations to come.
Prepare to do your part in the 2024 Elections by ensuring you are registered to vote here or checking your checking your voter registration status here. You can also sign up for election reminders here if you are planning to do early voting or vote by mail. Before you vote, read up on the issues that matter most to you (you can learn more about CARE Action’s priorities here!)
