In May 2025, LWVUS launched the Unite and Rise 8.5 initiative, which aims to mobilize 8.5 million voters using the power of voter engagement as a cornerstone of our democracy. Unite and Rise 8.5 showcases the many ways voters can drive change, including through advocacy, mobilization, civic education, and engagement. The initiative is part of LWV’s Women Defend Democracy campaign.
Every three months, LWV releases a new "power playbook," a comprehensive activation guide that outlines the different calls to action and activities Leagues can participate in during the upcoming time period. League members can access the third power playbook, for November 2025 through January 2026, now on the LWVUS League Management website.
Power Playbook 3 focuses on building strong, intentional partnerships to expand the League’s reach and impact.
Four Pillars of Unite and Rise
- Legal & Policy Advocacy - Challenge unconstitutional actions through litigation, advocate for electoral integrity reforms at state and federal levels, fight voter suppression, and protect due process.
- Public Mobilization & Coalition Building - Organize millions of people for quick activations and longer-planned activist campaigns, uplift local voices, and partner with grassroots, national, and international organizations.
- Civic Education & Engagement - Launch public awareness campaigns, expand voter registration and turnout efforts, host educational forums, connect policy to real-life impact, and equip people with tools to act.
- Democracy Resilience - Build lasting infrastructure to protect democratic values and institutions for the long haul.
Commitment Form
In late June, 2025, LWV launched the Unite and Rise Commitment Form to identify who’s ready to stand with the League of Women Voters — in person or virtually — as we prepare for future mobilizations. By signing, individuals commit to supporting the movement and will receive focused updates every 90 days. No spam, no unrelated emails — just the information they need to take action when it matters most.
This form is open to everyone who believes in our mission — not just League members — but we hope every League member will be among the first to sign and share. Here’s how you can help:
- Sign the form yourself if you haven’t already.
- Share it widely — with your networks, on social media, in newsletters, and in conversations.
- Encourage others to do the same.
Together, we can build a movement that’s ready to rise when the moment calls. Let’s make sure no one is left out.
Join the League!
There's never been a better time to join the League of Women Voters. Get more information and click the JOIN link under one of our Delaware local Leagues, or simply go to the LWV Membership Portal to get started.
