About the Sussex LWV

About the Sussex LWV

About the LWVSCDE

The League of Women Voters of Sussex County, DE, Inc. (LWVSCDE), is a nonpartisan, grassroots, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. In keeping with our mission to empower voters and defend democracy, we encourage informed and active participation in government and influence public policy through education and advocacy.

  • We envision an inclusive democracy where all Americans can see themselves represented in our government. 
  • We empower local voters through voter registration, candidate forums and debates, public education, the VOTE411 website, and advocating for free, fair and accessible voting systems.
  • We advocate for positive change and foster civil dialogue about important community issues like development, transportation, the environment, and civil liberties.
  • We monitor and report on local government, including the County Council and Planning and Zoning Commission.
  • We bring members and the public together for education and socializing.
  • We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate.
  • We are not for Women Only!  

The Sussex LWV Board of Directors

Officers

  • Barbara Hedges-Goettl, President - lwvscde.president [at] gmail.com
  • Lisa Welle Malone, Vice President and Candidate Forums Director - lwvscde.forums [at] gmail.com
  • Pat Petchel, Treasurer - lwvscdetreasurer [at] gmail.com
  • Ann B. Freeman, Secretary - abfenator [at] gmail.com

Directors

  • Chelsea Wootten, Communications Chair - CommunicationsChairlwvscde [at] gmail.com
  • Sue Claire Harper, Membership and Nominating Committee Chair - lwvscde.membership [at] gmail.com
  • Martha Rothenberg, Website Administrator - lwvscde.web [at] gmail.com
  • Jane Lord, Press Releases
  • Jack Young, Observer Corps

Off-Board Positions

  • Ida Rowe, Acting Voter Services Chair 
  • Wyn Achenbaum, Email Manager

Contact Us: sussexlwv [at] gmail.com

LWV of Sussex County and LWVDE members can find additional contact info on the Members Only page.