About Us:
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots, multiple-issue political organization that encourages informed and active participation of citizens in government. Membership in the League is open to any person who subscribes to the purposes, policies, and principles of the League of Women Voters. The League influences public policy by advocating League policy positions at all levels of government, and by creating opportunities for public discussion. The League strives to empower citizens and to shape better communities worldwide.
We proceed by ...
- Acting after study and member agreement to achieve solutions in the public interest on key community issues at all government levels.
- Building citizen participation in the democratic process.
- Engaging communities in promoting positive solutions to public policy issues through education and advocacy.
We believe in ...
- Respect for individuals.
- The value of diversity.
- The empowerment of the grassroots, both within the League and in communities.
- The power of collective decision-making for the public welfare.
We will ...
- Act with trust, integrity, and professionalism.
- Operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of our members and the public.
- Take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership.
- Acknowledge our heritage as we seek our path to the future.