Diablo Valley

Diablo Valley

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. The League never endorses or opposes candidates or political parties. We influence public policy through education and advocacy. We invite everyone to join us!

The League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley serves the communities of Alamo, Antioch, Bay Point, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Canyon, Concord, Danville, Diablo, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pacheco, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Rossmoor, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.

Unite and Rise 8.5: A Campaign to Defend Democracy
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We are proud to announce a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5. Through this initiative, we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy. Learn more about the campaign and how to get involved. It's time to take our democracy back!

Fighting Back!
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As an organization dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy, the League of Women Voters of the United States has released the following statements in response to actions of the new administration in 2025.

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LWVDV Voter Services is partnering with the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano to do voter registration at various Food Bank depot locations around our county, and we need your help!

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LWVDV members meet with local legislators to tell them about the League, ask questions, and learn about their priorities.

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LWVDV is supporting a food donation drive sponsored by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County.

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Event Date: 
01/13/2026 - 4:00pm to 5:15pm
Event location: 

ZOOM Only

We hold orientations for members and guests regularly, to give an overview of the League's history, mission, procedures, current priorities, and how you can get involved.

Wise Girl Restaurant
Event Date: 
01/14/2026 - 11:30am to 1:00pm
Event location: 

WiseGirl Restaurant

Join us for a no-host lunch at WiseGirl Restaurant to celebrate the year, catch up with old friends and meet new ones!

Shock & Awe: Rising Costs of California Fire Insurance!
Event Date: 
01/15/2026 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Event location: 

virtual (Zoom)

California homeowners are experiencing the “shock and awe” of the increase in their insurance rates. This webinar will address how insurance rates are determined; strategies for fire mitigation; current state legislation impacting insurance rates; and efforts by community groups to inform home owners about ways to protect their property.

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Event Date: 
01/17/2026 - 9:30am to 10:30am
Event location: 

Walnut Creek Library Cafe (or Zoom)

We hold orientations for members and guests regularly, to give an overview of the League's history, mission, procedures, current priorities, and how you can get involved.

LWVBA Regional Study
Event Date: 
02/07/2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

At the request of the LWV Bay Area (LWVBA), various Bay Area Leagues (including LWVDV) created committees to study proposed changes to LWVBA’s Regional Governme

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Click through for the links to read the online version, find a printable PDF or access all of our past VOTER issues.

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Your support goes directly to the League's work to protect and defend our democracy. Together we ensure our elections are free, fair and accessible; protect our environment; and reduce the influence of money in our elections.

LWVDV News Update
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