Rhode Island

Rhode Island

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government.

There are many ways that you can participate in strengthening our democracy. See a few highlights below.
 

Over 100 years empowering voters!

 

Voting bumper sticker and pins
Event Date: 
Apr 02 2024 12:00 am to 11:45 pm

Early Voting Period Begins: 03/13/24 - Early Voting Locations - Drop Boxes

LWV Tea
Event Date: 
Apr 27 2024 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Event location: 

Peace Dale Congregational Church

Celebrate the anniversary of Women's Right to Vote with the League of Women Voters South County.

Keynote Speaker:  Renee Hobbs, Founder of Media Education Lab - "Misinformation Disinformatoin"

Action Alerts

Action Alert for League Supported bills this week. 3/19

Action Alerts

The bills enact the Comprehensive PFAS Ban Act of 2024, prohibiting the intentional addition of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances of PFAS in products offered for sale or manufactured in the state as of January 1, 2027.

Logo for 2024 Lippitt House Museum Conversations w/LWV Providence
News

Lippitt House Museum, the Providence League of Women Voters, and the African Alliance of Rhode Island partnered on two in-person community discussions on March12 & 19 about civic life for immigrants in Rhode Island. The “Immigration, Belonging & Civic Participation Community Conversation” series was part of Rhode Island Civic Learning Week.

women's history month
News

Since 1995, U.S. Presidents have proclaimed the month of March as “Women’s History Month.”  

Portrait photograph of Susan B Wilson
Event Date: 
Jan 19 2024 12:00 am to Mar 21 2024 12:00 am

The South County Chapter of the League of Women Voters of RI is accepting nominations for the 17th annual Susan B. Wilson Civic Merit Awards now through March 20, 2024.

Event Date: 
Mar 12 2024 03:00 pm
Event location: 

State House Library

STATE HOUSE – Legislative sponsors, students, educators and members of the Rhode Island Civic Learning coalition will host a State House event Tuesday calling for increased funding for civics education in Rhode Island.

Blog Post

It’s International Women’s Day, the day we honor women worldwide.

Blog Post

Any news source with credibility, integrity, and accuracy relies on facts. In a time where not all news is based in truth, it’s crucial to grasp the basics of fact-checking when consuming media.

Gun Safety
Blog Post

Assault weapons are firearms that can fire more and deadlier rounds over a shorter period than a handgun.

LWVUS Legal Center
Blog Post

Litigation is a major part of the League’s work to empower voters and defend democracy and civil rights, and we’re excited to showcase the important work we’re doing in courts across the country.