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T H E   L E A G U E  O F  W O M E N  V O T E R S  O F  G U N N I S O N  was chartered in 1978 and has been serving the Gunnison Valley ever since by studying local issues, presenting voter information to the citizens, and making democracy work.

W E  A R E  P R O U D L Y  N O N - P A R T I S A N
 and we honor LWV's long legacy of voter advocacy by fighting for equal voting rights across Gunnison Valley regardless of party affiliation. We will never endorse a political party or candidate, however....


W E  H O N O R  LWV'S  H I S T O R Y  O F  C I V I C  E N G A G E M E N T  by taking formal positions on issues that matter most to the Gunnison Valley - but only after thorough research and member consensus. Our thoughtful approach to advocacy and action has allowed LWV to stay relevant for over 105 years!



O U R  M I S S I O N
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.

O U R  V I S I O N
We envision a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate.

O U R  V A L U E
We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy.



V O T E R   P A R T I C I P A T I O N

The League is known primarily for encouraging voter participation. This includes a commitment to providing fact-based information so voters can make informed decisions. New groups organizing to become a local League may register voters, conduct candidate forums, distribute state Voters Guides, and publish local guides to elected officials. They may also host public issues forums in order to present various viewpoints on topics (e.g., recycling or health care), or ballot issues impacting their communities.

N O N - D I S C R I M I N A T I O N   P O L I C Y

The League of Women Voters board, staff and volunteers should reflect the diversity of the organization, constituencies, and the broader community. To this end, there should be no barriers to participation in any activity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender expression, or socioeconomic status.



D I V E R S I T Y ,   E Q U I T Y ,   A N D   I N C L U S I O N

We are fully committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in principle and in practice. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the organization’s current and future success in engaging all individuals, households, communities, and policymakers in creating a more perfect democracy.

L W V C O   E S T A B L I S H M E N T   C L A U S E  /  F R E E D O M   O F   R E L I G I O N

To create a LWVCO policy stance on religious freedom and the separation of church and state.



F I R S T   A M E N D M E N T
Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition


Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances



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It's always been about the ISSUES!
League of Women Voters Causes for Action



TELL CONGRESS:

  • ERA – The Equal Rights Amendment Belongs in the Constitution
  • PROTECT OUR ENVIRONMENT – Address the Climate Crisis and Protect our Youth
  • SAVE VOTING RIGHTS – Support the John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

N O N P A R T I S A N S H I P

Nonpartisanship means that the League of Women Voters does not support or oppose any political parties or candidates. Today, this policy continues to ensure that the League’s voice is heard above the tumult of party politics.

To ensure the credibility of the League as a nonpartisan organization, each League’s board of directors is responsible for drafting and carrying out its own nonpartisan policy and for seeing that both its members and the public understand the League’s nonpartisan role.

The League does take action on issues which it has studied and on which it has a position. The League is a multi-issue organization, with positions falling into the general areas of government, social policy, natural resources, and international relations.

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S T A T E H O O D   F O R   W A S H I N G T O N ,  D C

700,000 residents of Washington, DC currently have no representation in Congress.  

Sign the petition on LWVDC's website www.lwvdc.org to show support for equal rights for the US citizens in our Nation's Capital.

 
 
 


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