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<\/p>\nHeads up, voters! The countdown to the May 12, 2025 National and Local Elections has begun\u2014and this year, casting your vote just got a whole lot easier.<\/p>\n
Voters fill the venue at SM North EDSA during the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections in 2023.<\/p>\n
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In partnership with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), SM Supermalls is proud to roll out the Mall Voting Program (MVP) <\/strong>in 20 select SM malls nationwide, bringing democracy closer to home\u2014literally.<\/p>\n Gone are the days of sweltering heat and overcrowded school gyms. This May 12, eligible voters assigned to MVP locations can head to their designated SM mall to vote in a secure, accessible, and air-conditioned environment. Whether you\u2019re a busy parent, a working professional, or a senior citizen looking for comfort and ease, the MVP is designed to improve your voting experience\u2014one step (or escalator ride) at a time.<\/p>\n Who Can Vote in the Mall?<\/p>\n Only voters whose precincts were officially transferred to a mall. This is indicated in the final list from COMELEC.<\/p>\n How Can I Confirm If I Vote in a Mall?<\/p>\n Check any of the following:<\/p>\n Voting Hours at the Mall:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Can I Bring Someone to Help Me Vote?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, a relative (up to 4th degree) or Electoral Board member may assist.<\/p>\n Can My Companion Vote at the Mall Too?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Only if their precinct was also officially transferred to the same mall.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a list of the participating SM Supermalls where you can conveniently vote this coming May 12:<\/p>\n SM Supermalls offers a convenient mall voting experience for the 2025 elections, with 20 SM malls where people can vote.<\/p>\n From Luzon to Mindanao, SM Supermalls is proud to open its doors\u2014rent-free\u2014for the benefit of Filipino voters. And don\u2019t worry, COMELEC\u2019s got the backend handled: trained election personnel, full compliance with electoral rules, and tight coordination for logistics and security.<\/p>\n Why mall voting works<\/strong><\/p>\n The goal? A smoother, more inclusive voting experience\u2014especially for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), senior citizens, and pregnant voters. Think ramps, elevators, comfortable seating, and spacious voting areas\u2014all in a familiar and accessible setting.<\/p>\n \u201cWe believe democracy should be inclusive, convenient, and secure,\u201d<\/em> shared Junias Eusebio, Vice President for Mall Operations at SM Supermalls. \u201cBy offering our malls as voting venues, we\u2019re not just making it easier to vote\u2014we\u2019re helping empower every Filipino to make their voice heard.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n People sit and observe the proceedings, awaiting the election results at SM North EDSA.<\/p>\n Democracy meets convenience<\/strong><\/p>\n This isn\u2019t SM\u2019s first time teaming up with government agencies. Through the SM Government Service Express (GSE), select SM malls already offer one-stop access to services like ID processing, permits, and more. The MVP is yet another way SM Supermalls is stepping up to serve the public in meaningful ways.<\/p>\n Plan ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n Eligible for mall voting? Expect an official advisory from COMELEC about your assigned voting venue. Then, on May 12, head to your designated SM mall, bring a valid ID, and vote with ease.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s all do our part\u2014vote smart, vote safe, and vote comfortably.<\/p>\n Find your precinct number easily at precinctfinder.comelec.gov.ph<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
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