Today, on National Voter Registration Day, Paladin is proud to launch a new, free public volunteer portal dedicated to election protection. Open to lawyers and professionals across the country, the election protection portal will support key nonprofits working to defend democracy by offering pro bono and volunteer opportunities focused on protecting voting rights.
“Protecting the right to vote is not just about securing an election—it’s about safeguarding the foundation of democracy. When we ensure that every voice is heard and every vote counts, we also defend the principle of justice for all,” says Kristen Sonday, Paladin’s Co-Founder and CEO.
Through the portal, volunteers will find opportunities to serve as an Election Judge or Poll Worker, assist with voter registration (and confirm their own), and participate in text and letter writing campaigns to inform voters in key states about ID verification needs. Attorneys can also learn about legal pro bono opportunities to support poll workers in battleground states.
Volunteers with Paladin accounts can access opportunities through their organization’s portal and weekly digests. The public can visit the portal here to find and engage in opportunities; there is no login or cost associated. The Election Protection Portal aims to make it easy for everyone to contribute to the critical work of protecting our elections; any questions or feedback can be provided at [email protected].
Kristen Sonday
Kristen is the Co-Founder and CEO at Paladin. As a first generation-college Princeton graduate, Kristen first witnessed how complicated our judicial system is to navigate while at the U.S. Department of Justice conducting international criminal work in Mexico and Central America. As one of the few Latinos on the team, she saw the immense value of having an advocate with you throughout the legal process, which inspired her to want to build something to increase access for those in diverse communities. After DOJ, she joined the Founding Team of YC-backed Grouper, where she learned how to build a startup from the ground up. In addition to Paladin, Kristen Co-Chairs the Legal Services Corporation’s Emerging Leaders Council and is a partner at LongJump, investing in overlooked founders in the Chicago area.
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