Old Navy to Pay Store Employees Who Serve As Poll Workers on Election Day
September 01 2020 - 8:01AM
Business Wire
50,000 Employees in More Than 1,000 Old Navy
Store Locations in the U.S. Encouraged to Apply to Serve as Poll
Workers in the 2020 Election
Today on National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, Old Navy is
announcing that it will pay its store employees to work the polls
on Election Day. The brand is tapping into its vast service-minded
associate base, with 50,000 field employees in more than 1,000
store locations in the U.S., encouraging them to apply to serve in
their communities, and giving them the means to do so.
In an election year that has the potential to attract a historic
turnout, Old Navy is working in partnership with the Civic Alliance
and Power the Polls in a national movement to recruit 250,000 new
poll workers to ensure polling sites stay open and operate
efficiently across the country on November 3.
Since 1994, Old Navy has celebrated belonging and inclusivity,
and has stood for its commitment to equality, celebrating
differences and advocating for every voice. Today these values are
more important than ever. With a workforce that mirrors the make-up
of America, Old Navy is encouraging its field employees to engage
with the democratic process to show that every voice and action
counts.
Old Navy will compensate store associates who serve as poll
workers with eight hours of pay. In addition to pay provided by Old
Navy, employees who serve will also be eligible for compensation
from their local jurisdiction.
“We are constantly inspired by our store teams, with their
passion for community work and fostering a sense of belonging both
in and outside of our store walls. Every voice in this country
matters and deserves to be heard at the polls, and if we at Old
Navy can be even a small part of making that process more
accessible to the communities we call home, we are on board,” said
Nancy Green, Head of Old Navy.
The initiative will also expand beyond Old Navy’s store employee
base. The brand will be inviting eligible consumers to participate
at the polls as well. Old Navy customers can sign-up to apply to
serve at a polling station in their local area here.
About Old Navy Old Navy is a global apparel and
accessories brand that makes current American essentials accessible
to every family. Originated in 1994, the brand celebrates the
democracy of style through on-trend, playfully optimistic,
affordable and high-quality products. A division of San
Francisco-based Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS), Old Navy brings a fun,
energizing shopping environment to its customers in more than 1,200
stores around the world. For more information, please visit
www.oldnavy.com
About the Civic Alliance The Civic Alliance is a
nonpartisan business coalition that strengthens our democracy by
supporting safe, healthy and trusted elections and inspiring every
American to participate in shaping our country’s future. Founded by
the CAA Foundation and Democracy Works, the Civic Alliance
cultivates a community of companies united by a shared belief that
an active democracy is good for business and an engaged business
community is good for democracy. With its valuable tools,
resources, events and partnership opportunities, the Civic Alliance
helps companies engage employees and consumers as active
participants in civic life. Join us at civicalliance.com.
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