Principles that Guide Us A Grassroots Organization Diversity Equity and Inclusion Steering Members
Established in 1959, our local League has been a positive force in our two towns – a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation of local citizens in their government. We work to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influence public policy through voter education and advocacy. We’re part of the League of Women Voters of the United States and the League of Women Voters of Massachusetts.
The principles that guide our organization...
The goal of the League of Women Voters is to empower citizens to shape better communities worldwide.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political membership organization which: acts after study and member agreement to achieve solutions in the public interest on key community issues at all government levels builds citizen participation in the democratic process engages communities in promoting positive solutions to public policy issues through education and advocacy
We are truly a grassroots organization...
The League of Women Voters takes action on an issue or advocates for a cause when there is an existing League position that supports the issue or speaks to the cause. The program planning process is part of what makes the League a grassroots organization; each League member has the opportunity to influence the selection of issues where the local, state, and national League will focus time, talent and money.
What is a Position?
The League of Women Voters takes action on an issue only when we have a position addressing that particular issue. Members must study and come to consensus on an issue, in order to form a position. This thorough grassroots process ensures that our advocacy is well considered by a broad range of people, understood by our members, and we have a sense of the political environment.
LWVUS: Impact on Issues 2024-2026
Diversity, equity, and inclusion...
Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be accepted within the League, including but not limited to race, socio-economic status, age, ability status, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, or marital status. The League is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging for all people. The League is an organization that respects and values the richness of our community and our members. The collective sum of our individual differences and life experiences represents not only our culture, but our reputation and the organization's mission and achievements as well.
We believe in:
- respect for individuals
- the value of diversity
- the empowerment of the grassroots, both within the League and in communities.
We will:
- act with trust, integrity and professionalism
- operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of those we serve, both members and the public
- take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership
- acknowledge our heritage as we seek our path to the future
LWVHW Steering Committee
Dacia Rubel, Spokesperson & Civics Engagement
MJ Brown, Membership & Publicity/PR
Christina Holz, Elections & Voter Services, Publicity/PR
Max King, Graphics Specialist
Jane Kusel, Legislative Envoy
Stephanie MacLeod, Treasurer & Webmaster
Lindsay Schnabel, Elections & Voter Services
Bethany Swanson, At-Large
