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Sacramento, CA - Hundreds of delegates representing local Leagues of Women Voters throughout the state will gather in San Jose for their Biennial Convention, “myLeague: Leading the Charge for Change” on May 17-19 at the Dolce Hayes Mansion. Read more about the event on the blog.
Can you guess what these four influential community leaders all have in common?
Regulation of fracking (hydraulic fracturing in oil and gas production) must ensure that public health, safety and the environment are protected by disclosure and oversight. Read our letter to DOGGR, the state Division of Oil, Gas & Geothermal Resources, in response to their "discussion draft" of regulations.
Can you guess what these four influential community leaders all have in common?
To order free Easy Voter Guides in Spanish or English for the May 21 City of Los Angeles Election, email the Los Angeles League of Women Voters office at info [at] LWVlosangeles.org. View and download the electronic
versions English and Spanish. Supplies are limited so order soon!
myLeague: Leading the Charge for Change!
The purpose of the convention is to be inspired and empowered to increase active and informed participation in civic life. Come meet passionate people from across the state who are making democracy work! Our theme is myLeague: Leading The Charge for Change. Read more about speakers, workshops, special activities on our blog.
Forty-two years ago Congress voted in favor of the 26th Amendment to lower the voting age to 18.
Show Your Support of Marriage Equality
In just a few short weeks, the U.S. Supreme Court will consider two cases about the freedom to marry: the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and California’s Proposition 8. Events are happening all over the country to raise awareness and show support for equal rights. Download flyers and other materials in the Organizing Toolkit. Attend a training. Find a way to show support of marriage equality in your community: http://www.lighttojustice.org/
The League of Women Voters of California Education Fund (LWVCEF) is
accepting proposals from experienced grant writers to support our
fundraising efforts. Qualified candidates should
have a proven track record of winning foundation and corporate grants,
and a commitment to the mission and values of the League of Women Voters
of California Education Fund. Contract work is anticipated to begin in April 2013.
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