HIGHLAND PARK-HIGHWOOD
HIGHLAND PARK-HIGHWOOD
Who We Are. What We Do.
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government. League influences public policy through education and advocacy. The Highland Park League was founded in 1928. The league was expanded to include Highwood in 2011.
League ... Nonpartisan since 1920
LWVHP-HWD Members will Participate in October 18 "No Kings" Protest
OUR LEAGUE WAS PRESENT AT A COUPLE OF NO KINGS RALLIES
The League of Women Voters was a sponsor of the NO KINGS 2 protests on October 18. We rallied to support the Bill of Rights, oppose federal overreach, and reject cuts to essential services.
We joined friends, neighbors and the community at large to unite at nearby protests to rise up for our democracy.
We were present, working together as a concerned community to speak out for our neighbors and the Constitution.
Here is a photo in Evanston's Fountain Square, where several of our HP-HWD League members attended.
2025 LWV IL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION STUDY
Lake County Leagues have been collaborating on programs to offer to League Members in preparation for their individual Gun Violence Prevention Consensus Meetings.
Here is information about LWV's Consensus process.
Our League will hold our Gun Violence Prevention Consensus Meeting on Thursday, October 30th at 7:00 pm over Zoom. The Zoom registration link is included in recent League emails or email us at leaguehphwd [at] gmail.com to get the registration link.
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Three informative programs were planned for League Members. An additional program is offered to review the GVP Consensus questions.
1. August 20th: Guns & Responsibility: Finding Common Ground. Moderated by LC Board Chair, Sandy Hart, the program included Lake County Sheriff, John Idleburg, Lt. Jacob Novak, Lake County Sheriff's Office, Lake County State's Attorney, Erik Rinehart and Matt Seibert, NorthShore Sports Club. The program was recorded and can be requested for viewing by League Members. (email leaguehphwd [at] gmail.com to request the recording)
2. September 18th: The Second Amendment: Professor Steven D. Schwinn, Director of Law Reviews and Professor of Law at the University of Chicago gave an overview of the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and how it has been interpreted by the Supreme Court. The recording of this program is available via this link.
3. October 15th: GVP Violent Deaths Webinar was on October 15th. We heard from Kathleen Wasik who presented data, with a focus on domestic violence data, red flag laws, and violence interruption. You can access the recording of the program here.
4. October 22nd (7pm over Zoom): Review of the Consensus Questions: the committee members will discuss the questions pros and cons. The Zoom registration is included in recent League emails or email us at leaguehphwd [at] gmail.com for the Zoom link.
Our Annual League Meeting and Luncheon Was a Great Success!
Held on June 28th, the event brought together a wonderful turnout, with thoughtful and engaging discussion from both new and longtime members, as well as our guests.
Our luncheon speaker, Dr. Michael Lubelfeld, Superintendent of Schools for District 112, delivered a compelling and timely presentation titled "Navigating the AI Frontier in K-12: Trends, Practices, and Leadership." His insights sparked meaningful reflection on the evolving role of technology in education.
The luncheon, held in the beautiful Highland Park Trinity Church, featured delicious food from Curt’s Café, complemented by homemade treats from our members. Beautiful floral arrangements, generously provided by member Ginny Schulte, added a special touch to the setting—making it a truly memorable occasion for all who attended.
NEXT WE FOCUS ON LWV HP-HWD 2025 - 2026
2025 LWV US FEDERAL JUDICIARY STUDY
Along with the Leagues of: Deerfield Area; Grayslake, Round Lakes and Waukegan; and Lake County: the Highland Park-Highwood League participated in the 2025 League of Women Voters US Federal Judiciary Study.
The consensus meeting was held April 7th with a very well planned presentation and process for the Local Leagues Consensus Meetings. Our Consensus results were sent to LWVUS.
2025 LWV IL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION STUDY
See information above.
Ways You Can Defend Democracy Every Day
1. Stay engaged
2. Use your voice to activate people you know.
3. Hold all legislators accountable for their actions.
4. Believe in the courst, insist that they protect our democracy.
5. Beware of inflammatory misinformation.
6. Support Independent media.
Thanks to LWV Wilmette for the above Democracy Depends ... message.
