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League of Women Voters Statement on Violence in Israel and Gaza

young girl in pink dress with wistful expression

Submitted by Diablo Valley in October 2023.

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On October 11, 2023, the LWVUS issued the following statement:

“The League of Women Voters stands in solidarity with the Israeli and Palestinian people impacted by the ongoing violence in Israel and Gaza. The human rights violations committed against women and children are inhumane and must not continue.

“Today, October 11, is the International Day of the Girl Child. . . .

LWVDV Stars on National Civic Engagement Webinar (VIDEO AVAILABLE)

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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How can we restore public trust in our elections? How do we move forward in an environment of polarization and disinformation? These questions and others were explored at the 9/19 LWV/NICD Networks event by a panel of five innovators in the field of Civic Engagement, including our own Janet Hoy.

Voter Services: Celebrating Democracy, October 2023

Shawn Gilbert at Pittsburg High

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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The LWVDV Voter Services team reports on last month's activities.

Action-Advocacy: Local Lobbying for SB 94

Scale of justice and gavel

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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LWVDV received a request from LWVC Criminal Justice interest groups to do targeted in-district lobbying for SB 94 Sentencing Reform.

President’s Letter - October 2023

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Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

Blog Post

The LWVDV President provides a quick update on League activities.

Gun Safety Report - September 2023

Girl holding No more guns poster

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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LWVDV partnered with Diablo Moms Demand Action to support adoption of a Gun Safety Ordinance for the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County.

San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board - Observer Report

School Board

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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This is the compilation of the reports from members observing the San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board meetings.

Tribute to Pat Snyder

Pat Snyder

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

Member's Spotlight

Long-time League member Pat Snyder used her intelligence, compassion, and concern for others to work for social and economic justice throughout her life.

A Busy August for Voter Services

Mayor Protem Antioch

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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The LWVDV Voter Services team reports on last month's activities.

Celebrate the Signing of our U.S. Constitution!

Submitted by Diablo Valley in September 2023.

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In honor of the 236th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, NCC is opening its newest exhibit gallery, devoted completely to the First Amendment, on September 6th. Additionally, throughout the day on September 18th , the NCC will be presenting a variety of live Constitution Day programs that “We the People” can register to attend virtually.

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