Join Us! The 2024 U.S. Election Program

On November 5, 2024, Americans will cast ballots for president and vice president, and to determine who will control the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. Thirteen state and territorial governorships and numerous other state and local elections will also be at stake. 

Since 1992, IFES has convened global partners in Washington, D.C. to observe and learn about the U.S. Presidential Elections firsthand. This flagship event brings together election officials and thought leaders from around the world to observe and learn about the U.S. electoral system, and discuss elections and voting from comparative perspectives. Over 90% of 2020 participants said they would recommend the U.S. Election Program, with nearly all participants stating that they would tell a friend or colleague about it.  

We invite you to participate in our 2024 U.S. Election Program, to take place Sunday, November 3, through Wednesday, November 6, 2024. The program will feature… 

• An engaging conference agenda filled with election insights from top U.S. government officials, an exciting election night watch party to take in the results in real-time, and a post-election analysis featuring reactions from leading Washington political insiders.    
• The Election Day polling tour, which will take participants to polling stations in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia to see Americans casting their ballots and witness American democracy in action!  
• Multiple networking opportunities for participants to build relationships with election experts, administrators, and democracy supporters from around the world.  

Event Logistics 

The official working language of the USEP is English. Simultaneous interpretation will be available upon request in Arabic, French, Spanish, and American Sign Language. Program materials will also be translated into Arabic, French, and Spanish. 

Lodging at a discounted rate will be available at the venue. Participants are responsible for covering the cost of their travel, lodging, and registration fees. Some meals (breakfast and lunch) will be provided. 

Registration 

Registration for the 2024 U.S. Election Program is not yet open, space will be limited. To receive future updates about the program, including when registration opens, please complete our pre-registration form.  

If you have any questions, please contact Liz Sidell at [email protected].