Register for Council 2013
Registration is now open for Council 2013, to be held on Friday June 14 through Monday, June 17, 2013 at the National Conference Center, 18980 Upper Belmont Place, Lansdowne, VA 20176
Visit the Clearinghouse!
Share Your Study! Find a Study! Looking for inspiration for program planning? Don’t want to reinvent the wheel for your study kit? Curious how other Leagues have approached a tough issue?
Visit http://clearinghouse.lwv.org/ to see League studies from across the country.
What's in a Name? Help Us Name the Members Site!
We have taken the first steps toward a new, dynamic members’ website resource built just for League members and Leaders! The new and improved site – it deserves a good name! Unlike Shakespeare, we don’t think this particular rose will smell as sweet with just any name. So, come share your ideas in the “What’s in a Name?” game.Looking for something specific? Try the advanced search page.
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NVRA Anniversary Press Template
Use this press release template to bring attention to the League’s continuing fight for voting rights nationwide. Customize the press release for your local newspaper, repurpose as a blog posting or comment where the public goes to get their information in your community. Help us get the word out about the continuing need for the National Voter Registration Act on its 20th anniversary! -
Voting Rights & U.S. Supreme Court: Press Release Template
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Press Template for Leagues: NVRA Case Before Supreme Court
Leagues are encouraged to utilize this press release template (attached) to alert media in your area about the upcoming National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) case before the Supreme Court. Arguments will be heard Monday, March 18th, 2013. Additional materials will be shared following the court hearing.
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Press Template: Making History in Women’s History Month
As a champion of women’s suffrage and a key player in civic affairs, it is only fitting that the League of Women Voters of [YOUR TOWN] is calling on the public to recognize Women’s History Month, an annual commemoration each March to remember the achievements of women in the past and celebrate the successes of women today. -
Sunshine Week 2013 Letter to the Editor Template
March 10 – 16 is Sunshine Week, an annual nationwide effort to call attention to transparency in government and freedom of information. It is a reminder to us about how important it is to make our voices heard all year long, not just on Election Day. -
VRA Templates: Release and Letter to the Editor
Use these templates to bring attention to next week's Supreme Court arguments in the VRA case, Shelby County, Alabama v. Holder. Customize the press release and letter to the editor for your local newspaper, repurpose as a blog posting or comment where the public goes to get their information in your community. -
2013 LWV Birthday / VRA Press Template
On February 14, the League of Women Voters celebrates 93 years of positive impact on American communities and democracy. This is a great opportunity to reach out to your local media. LWVUS has created a press template for your local League to use. Remember that your League can raise visibility for the League’s work, highlight the value of League membership, and generate new members while celebrating the League’s history. -
2013 Dues Renewal Template for Local Leagues
Download the template for your 2013 Dues Renewals. This template is customizable for your League! -
Sample Voter Education OpEd
The League is there to help voters learn about who is running for office through our forums/debates, voter guides and Vote411.org! Here’s a sample OpEd you can personalize and submit to your area media to help point people in the right direction.