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Council & Convention

Information on the League of Women Voters biennial national Convention and Council.

The 2026 National Convention will take place June 25 through June 28 in Columbus, OH. Registration is now open! Attendees can find all relevant information on the Convention website here or by contacting [email protected].

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LWVUS Convention 2026: Process to Propose Bylaws Amendments

One of the many important business items at the national convention is the review and possible amendment of the LWVUS Bylaws. Below is the process that Leagues should use to propose an amendment. All proposed amendments are reviewed by the Bylaws Committee.  

The submission deadline is February 27. 

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Delegate Representation for Conventions: How Many Delegates Can You Bring?
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Leaders Guide to LWVUS Program 2026 – 2028

This guidance includes a timeline, background, and additional resources for League leaders on LWVUS program planning for 2026-2028.

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LWVUS Convention 2026: Process to Propose Bylaws Amendments

One of the many important business items at the national convention is the review and possible amendment of the LWVUS Bylaws. Below is the process that Leagues should use to propose an amendment. All proposed amendments are reviewed by the Bylaws Committee.  

The submission deadline is February 27. 

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Delegate Representation for Conventions: How Many Delegates Can You Bring?
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Leaders Guide to LWVUS Program 2026 – 2028

This guidance includes a timeline, background, and additional resources for League leaders on LWVUS program planning for 2026-2028.

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Program Planning 2026-2028

This is your one-stop shop for materials and resources related to the 2026-2028 Program and program planning process.

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2025 National Council Recap

A summary of the activities of National Council 2025 in Leesburg, Virginia.

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First Call: 2025 Council

2025 Council will be held from June 26 to June 29, 2025, at the National Conference Center in Leesburg, VA.

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Convention 2024: How to Apply For a Caucus

LWVUS has reserved a limited number of meeting rooms at the Washington Hilton for local and state Leagues to sponsor caucuses or workshops during the 2024 Convention. In the spirit of our hybrid Convention we are also holding space in the days leading up to Convention for virtual caucuses or workshops.

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2024 Convention Wares Market Application

LWVUS provides a designated area at Convention for a limited number of tables for Leagues wishing to exhibit and/or sell their wares to Convention attendees.  In the spirit of our hybrid Convention Leagues will also have the choice of submitting information to a virtual Wares Market.

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Convention/Council Photography, Recording, and Social Media Policy
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Hardship Designation Request for Convention 2024

Leagues that are unable to fulfill their financial obligation and wish to vote at Convention 2024 may file a hardship claim with the LWVUS Board.

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First Call: 2024 National Convention
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LWVUS Programs, Resolutions, Legislative Priorities

An overview of the definitions and process for League program, resolutions, and legislative priorities. 

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