LWV Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties, Inc.
LWV Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties, Inc.
The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan organization, works to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels.
Notes of Interest I Urge Congress I Current News Events I Do You Know? I What You Can Do I The Learning Center
Alert: UNC Student IDs: North Carolina appeals court blocks use of UNC university’s digital ID for voting. UNC One Card is now the default ID card issued on campus, although students and permanent employees can still obtain a physical card instead for a small fee. The school said recently it would create physical cards at no charge for those who received a digital ID but want the physical card for voting. In addition, students can go to the Chapel Hill Library and get a photo ID on Mondays until Oct 14, 5 to 7 pm. They may need proof of residency if registering to vote
Unnecessary Constitutional Amendment on NC Ballot. Read LWVNC Article: A Solution Without a Problem: LWVNC Opposes Unnecessary Efforts to Address Unfounded Claims of Non-Citizen Voting. LWVNC recommends: Vote against this amendment.
Notes of Interest
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- VOTE411.org: League of Women Voters’ one-stop shop for nonpartisan election information. Enter your address to see information on your registration, the candidates running in your district, and to confirm your polling place for election day. More Voter Information.
- Watch videos on Understanding NC's Elections. These videos walk voters through the election process, with particular attention paid to what's new in 2024.
- Find voter registration and information events on LWVODC Calendar.
- Help staff your local polling place. Poll workers get trained and paid. Sign up: Power the Polls
- Read current and past LWVODC Newsletters and Updates on the Members Only webpage. If you haven't logged into the website before, or forgot your login information, it can be found at New Members.
Urge Congress to:
- work together to protect the right to vote! Contact Congress Today. The Right to Vote is nonpartisan!
Current News Events
- Voter Information and Registration booths. Visit LWVODC Events Calendar to learn where they will be held.
Do You Know?
- NC citizens do not have the right to collect signatures to put constitutional amendments or new laws on the ballot? The state legislature has sole power over proposing constitutional amendments or new laws. LWVODC members are encouraged to participate in LWVODC & LWVNC Citizen Initiative and Referendum (CIR) Study. This is an essential step toward putting a League CIR position in place, so we can advocate for its adoption in NC. Read More
What You Can Do To Make A Difference
- Support Fair Elections & Redistricting Reform
- Join the Team! Check the Events Calendar for monthly and special meetings. Be informed. Read the latest updates on Redistricting in NC.
- Improve Public Schools
- Join our Team! Check the Events Calendar for monthly and special meetings. Be informed. LWVODC believes strongly that high quality public education for all children is necessary to sustain our democratic way of life and the economic health of our state and the people.
- Be an Informed Voter
- Visit www.Vote411.org to find the latest information on how to register to vote, your registrations status, Voter ID requirements, to verify your polling location, and read your candidates's answers to policy questions.
The Learning Center
The Learning Center webpage offers a way to stay abreast of current topics about our government, voting rights, and the state of our democracy. This page serves as a library for past lectures and virtual events that have been hosted by the LWVODC.
