About the LWV of New York State Our Mission The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of
NYS Local League Resources This section includes information specifically geared to help educate Local League Leaders on things from basic leadership and strategic planning, to skill development areas such as
What Is the DDDA? Bill Number: S440 (Myrie) / A2121 (Walker) The Democracy During Detention Act (DDDA) is legislation to ensure that all eligible New Yorkers held in local or
The League of Women Voters of New York State thanks all who attended last month’s episodes of our civic education and advocacy webinar series, Democracy Defenders. If you missed our
The VS Committee and the LWVNY Board have confirmed that the current LWVNY Empty Chair policy will remain in effect without alteration as adopted in 1971. This decision was not
On Wednesday, August 6, partners from across the state gathered for the Democracy During Detention Act (DDDA) Convening, a strategy session to strengthen the campaign for S440/A2121. The convening focused
Diversity – Equity – Inclusion – Access Our Commitment to DEI&A Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEI&A) are core values that guide our work in defending democracy at the local, state (LWVNY),
Join us for our next episode we will be joined by Jeffrey M. Wice, Distinguished Adjunct Professor and Senior Fellow at the NY Elections, Census & Redistricting Institute, New York
2025 Convention Summary The League of Women Voters of New York State Biennial Convention took place in Albany, uniting local league delegates under the theme Standing Together, Defending Democracy. Read
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61st Biennial Convention JUNE 20 – 22, 2025 THE DESMOND HOTEL ALBANY, NEW YORK LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF NEW YORK STATE Download Registration Kit TABLE OF CONTENTS A Message
61st Biennial Convention CALL TO CONVENTION LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF NEW YORK STATE To: Local League Presidents From: Nancy Rosenthal It is my great pleasure to extend a first
This section includes information specifically geared to help educate Local League Leaders on things from basic leadership and strategic planning, to skill development areas such as attracting visibility, recruiting new
Careers Finance Administrator Job Description: Finance Administrator Responsibilities The Finance Administrator directs all finance-related activities of the League of Women Voters of NYS (League), a 501c4 organization, and the League’s
Stick on our “Vote Today, Shape Tomorrow” Stickers featuring a blue map of New York State with the slogan prominently displayed in bold white and red letters. The logo of
Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed a package of voter laws in New York, including provisions that benefit formerly incarcerated individuals. These new laws aim to expand access to voting rights
Eight Reasons to Get Involved Civic Engagement: Organizations like the LWV often focus on promoting civic engagement and encouraging individuals to participate in the democratic process. Getting involved can help
A Tool for Empowering New Yorkers in the Age of Citizens United The 2024 election cycle, already underway, marks an historic first for New York State. It will be the
Climate Emergency Tackling New York’s Climate Emergency April 7, 7:00 pm by Zoom Recording of Program Powerpoint Slides from Program New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act of 2019
Civics Education in New York State This is a very introductory look at the complex make up of both NYS Government and the governments of local, county and state governments
Our state constitution protects all of us. Our New York State Constitution will be adding broad protections for every New Yorker. The New York State Constitution will prohibit discrimination against
Local League Youth Programs The League of Women Voters of New York State believes that educating and empowering the youth of our country is vital to maintaining a democracy. The