Who we are...

The League of Women Voters of Billings serves the people of south-central Montana.  

Throughout the year, the League of Women Voters of Billings registers voters at naturalization ceremonies, community events, through the high schools to reach newly eligible voters, and conducts widespread voter registration drives on National Voter Registration Day, which is always the fourth Tuesday of every September.  Public education continues with monthly presentations, and when needed, candidate forums and voter guides are formed. League members are observers at city and county meetings, and collaborate with other local organizations on efforts such as the Billings Energy & Conservation Commission. The League of Women Voters of Billings participates with the national and state League advocacy programs.

Read more about our history, and the history of the League of Women Voters here:  history_of_the_league_of_women_voters_of_billings.pdf

Contact:

E-mail:  lwv.billings [at] gmail.com

Mail:

League of Women Voters of Billings
PO Box 21631
Billings, MT  59104

Events and membership meetings

The Billings League of Women Voters holds membership meetings and public events with guest speakers throughout the year.  These events are always open to the public, are typically in person, and are sometimes also available via ZOOM.  In addition to locally organized meetings and events, the Billings League also collaborates with other Montana Leagues -- Bozeman, Helena and Missoula -- as well as the state League to sponsor special events and speakers.  These are typically offered via ZOOM, and are also open to the general public. 

Committee Work

Voter Services Committee

Our Voter Services Committee organizes Voter Registration opportunities throughout the year.  We are presently registering voters at Naturalization ceremonies and other community events, such as the Pride Fest, Juneteenth, and various summer festivals.  We also provide birthday bags to local high school students when they become eligible to vote.  

We are always looking for volunteers for voter registration events!  Contact us to get on the volunteer list, and we will let you know of upcoming events!

Climate Action Committee

Our Climate Action Committee is active throughout the year, sponsoring speakers and engaging in collaborative events with other climate oriented organizations.  Our committee was instrumental in the formation of Billings' Energy & Conservation Commission, regularly engage with the Commission, Yellowstone Valley Citizens Council, and Citizen's Climate Lobby.  They have sponsored public showings of climate related movies, hosted guest speakers, participated in Sustainabillings, and are leading the way on water conservation in Billings.  

Contact us if you are interested in working with the Climate Action Committee!

Past Events and Presentations

Did you know that the League of Women Voters of Montana has a YouTube channel where you can watch many of our past presentations?  In addition to Billings sponsored events, you can check out presentations hosted by other Montana Leagues as well.  Check out our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@montanaleagueofwomenvoters246

Where We Stand

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

LWV is fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  You can read the full DEI Policy at: https://www.lwv.org/league-management/policies-guidelines/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-policy

Consensus Positions

A ‘position’ is a statement of the League’s point of view on an issue.  Positions exist at the national, state, and local League levels, and likewise, may address issues of national or local concern.  The League arrives at positions following a study, member agreement, and board approval.  The position serves as a basis for League action, which may include public education, lobbying efforts, media releases, and participation in community events such as marches or rallies. 

The League of Women Voters of Billings has consensus positions on Local Government, Alternative Sources of Revenue, Consolidation, Incarceration, Public Education, Land Use Planning, and Transportation.

You can read the Billings League positions in this document:   lwvb_positions.pdf

Join the League!

To join the Billings League of Women Voters, you can fill out the online membership form at: https://my.lwv.org/montana/join-local-league-0 or print, fill out and mail in the form below with a check.