Barangay and SK Elections: Steps to voting

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Filipinos are gearing up to exercise their right to vote and elect leaders who will steer their communities toward progress in the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections.

As October 30 approaches, more than 93 million registered voters are eagerly awaiting the chance to cast their ballots in a nation-shaping event.

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With so much at stake, this is a moment is something we all want to do right.

Do you know what to do on election day?

If not, here is a step-by-step voting process for the Barangay and SK elections as per Comelec:

Step 1: Find precinct number

At the polling place, find your precinct number and sequence number on the posted voters list. Approach the Electoral Board (EB) and state your name precinct and sequence number.

READ MORE: How to find your precinct number for Barangay, SK elections

Step 2: Get your ballot

Get your ballot from the EB. Make sure that you have the right ballot:
* for voters aged 15-17 years old: 1 SK ballot
* for voters aged 18-30 years old: 1 SK ballot and 1 Barangay ballot
* for voters aged 31 years old and above: Barangay ballot

Step 3: Sign the Election Day Computerized Voters List (EDCVL).

Step 4: Fill up the ballot

Fill up the ballot by writing in the corresponding spaces the names of individual candidates you’ve chosen. Use the ballot secrecy folder to prevent other people from seeing your ballot.

Step 5: Return ballot

After filling up the ballot, fold it in the same manner as it was received and return it to the EB. DO NOT remove the detachable coupon.

Step 6: Place a thumbmark

Place a thumbmark on the corresponding space at the ballot coupon.

Step 7: Ink it

Have your right forefinger nail stained with indelible ink.

Step 8: Observe EB

Observe as the EB removes the ballot coupon. The EB will deposit the ballot and the detached coupon in the corresponding compartments of the ballot box.

After the completion of the voting process, the collected ballots will be safely secured by the EB and counted at the end of the polling hours.

The voting process is a significant aspect of democracy, which allows citizens to elect the leaders that they have deemed fit to lead their Barangay and SK communities.

It is, therefore, crucial for voters to follow the guidelines of the Comelec to ensure a smooth and successful voting experience.

/bmjo

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