Civil Engagement

Civil Engagement

A dialogue in which all participants have a right to speak and to be heard. Such dialogue is characterized by: 

  • Respectful participation
  • Sharing the time equitably
  • Attentive listening
  • Balanced discussion

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Book Reading at Girls Place

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Submitted by Alachua County in April 2024.

Event Date: 
Apr 24 2024 03:30 pm
Event location: 

Girls Place

Stefanie Gadaleon, president of the LWV UF Chapter, is coordinating a reading of the book, "I Can't Wait to Vote" at Girls Place on April 24 at 3:30 p.m. The story is a great introduction to civic engagement, understanding representation, and how all of us have a say in our local, state, and national government.

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UF LWV Chapter president engages in Selma

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Submitted by Alachua County in March 2024.

News

By Stefanie Gadalean: I had the amazing opportunity to go with the League of Women Voters to Alabama the first weekend in March to commemorate the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. During that time, we had the pleasure of attending the Martin and Coretta Scott King Jubilee Breakfast, the NAACP Bridge Crossing Banquet, a Southern Poverty Law Center event with John Lewis‘ nephew and Congresswoman Nikema Williams, and the Equal Justice Initiative's museums and memorials. I had the opportunity to speak at a joint event with the Alabama League of Women Voters and the NAACP on youth civic engagement.

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LWVID Opposes H652 in 2024: Changes to the Initiative Process

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Submitted by Idaho in March 2024.

Testimony

For over 100 years, the League’s nonpartisan mission has been to facilitate informed citizen participation in government. That participation is integral to our democratic republic.

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First Tuesday Talk: Book Discussion of Tyranny of the Minority

First Tuesday Talk book discussion of Tyranny of the Minority

Submitted by Montgomery County, VA in March 2024.

Event Date: 
Sep 03 2024 11:45 am
Event location: 

TBD

For its First Tuesday meeting on September 3, 2024 the League will hold a discussion of the book Tyranny of the Minority, by Steven Levitsky & Daniel Ziblatt.
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Living Room Conversations: Environment and Pollution

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Submitted by Wheaton, Illinois in February 2024.

Event Date: 
May 13 2024 07:00 pm
Event location: 

Zoom

Promote conversations about the subject of " Environment and Pollution" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library,

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Living Room Conversations: Crime and Punishment

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Submitted by Wheaton, Illinois in February 2024.

Event Date: 
Apr 08 2024 07:00 pm
Event location: 

Zoom

Promote conversations about the subject of "Crime and Punishment" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library,

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President's Message, February 2024

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

Blog Post

Dear Members,
I am confident that somebody reading this can help. Some jobs in our League, like mine, are highly visible. Some jobs take place behind the scenes quietly keeping the League gears moving smoothly. Such is the job of Roster Manager. Keeping track of existing members, dues, and new members has been shared by two steadfast Leaguers...

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Living Room Conversations: Women in History

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Submitted by Wheaton, Illinois in February 2024.

Event Date: 
Mar 11 2024 07:00 pm
Event location: 

Zoom

Promote conversations about the subject of "Women's Role in our Nation's History" through openness to others with varying views. No matter how firm your beliefs, courageously listen with curiosity and respect in order to facilitate communication. Provided in partnership with the Wheaton Public Library,

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Lobby Days attendees spend day in Tallahassee advocating for LWV causes

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

News

League of Women Voters of Florida (LWVFL) epitomizes the League of Women Voters’ mission and vision with its annual Lobby Days in Tallahassee. Local League leaders from across the state convened to learn from the experts about what is and will be happening in the 2024 Florida Legislature. And then they converged on the Capitol to talk to individual legislators and attend committee meetings and legislative sessions.

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Introducing the Meet & Mobilize Collaborative Initiative

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

News

The Meet & Mobilize Collaborative Initiative was formed from the Meet & Mobilize event in January. The collaborative is made up of nonpartisan community organizations, including Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Delta Sigma Zeta Chapter, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Gainesville Alumnae Chapter, The Visionaires Club, The Links Inc. Gainesville Chapter, and LWV of Alachua County. The aim is to create meaningful partnerships as we enter the 2024 election season through education, engagement and empowerment. It is evident that our voices are more vital when we unite and collaborate; it is a testament to the power of collective action. Working together will strengthen and maintain our democracy and our community.

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