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National Volunteer Week

5 Ways to Volunteer for Voting Rights (Blog)

It's up to us to make sure everyone has the information and ability to cast their vote! 

Here are five ways you can empower voters and defend democracy through volunteer work. 

League of Women Voters helps navigate government maze | Commentary (News Clips)

This opinion was originally published by the Santa Maria Times.

Virginia Souza from the League of Women Voters Santa Maria Valley wrote about the League's history, mission, and work.

On the Shoulders of Giants: National Volunteer Week (Blog)

Here at the League of Women Voters of the United States, this is a time to reflect on the brave volunteers who fought for women’s access to the vote—and through doing so, first formed the League of Women Voters 95 years ago.

The League’s Volunteer Leaders – A Vital Citizen’s Voice in Our Democracy (Blog)

Last week, I sat with our national president, Elisabeth MacNamara as she connected state League presidents on conference calls to share their experiences with their state’s legislatures.

Democracy Powered by Volunteers (Blog)

I’m always amazed about how much gets done for our democracy by volunteers and this week being National Volunteer Week causes me to stop and reflect on how thankful I am for the all volunteers who power our democracy.

LWVUS Lobby Corps: An Invaluable Resource (Blog)

Established in 1971, Lobby Corps convenes for briefings on League legislative priorities. They play a key role in promoting League issues and communicating our positions to Congress.

A Proud Tradition of Volunteers – Thank You! (Blog)

A passionate volunteer mentality is in the League history, it’s in our blood. And I see it every day when I come to work and interact with the state and local Leagues across the country.

National Volunteer Week: A New Generation of Volunteers (Blog)

The LWVUS Young People’s Taskforce (YPTF) was created in 2012 with the mission to seek ways to increase the League’s next generation of League members.

League Volunteers Committed to Voter Education (Blog)

All year long, I work with League volunteers around the country, supporting their efforts to reach and help inform voters through our national voter information site, VOTE411.org.

National Volunteer Week: Something to Smile About (Blog)

Every time I remember that this is National Volunteer Week, I break into a smile. I am lucky to come to work every day to support women & men around the country who are dedicating their free time to helping voters participate in our democracy.