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The League of Women Voters is proud to be nonpartisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, but always working on vital issues of concern to members and the public.

We encourage informed and active participation in government, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influence public policy through education and advocacy. Follow the bils and our testimonies during the 2025 South Carolina Legislative Session. 

 

Threats to Public Health in South Carolina: a panel discussion
Event Date: 
08/06/2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm

South Carolina League members, join a panel of three healthcare experts as they focus on the decline of childhood vaccinations and the impact that loss of funding for the Department of Health may have on the department's ability to protect our health. Please register in advance for this Zoom session.

The Legislative Process: What It Means for Educators and Public Education Supporters
Event Date: 
07/22/2025 - 6:30pm to 08/28/2025 - 4:30pm

Promoted by the Freedom to Read coalition with LWVSC as a partner, these one hour sessions will help attendees understand how state laws affect public education. Locations: Columbia, York/Rock Hill, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Greenville/Spartanburg. Find a session near you.

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Action Alerts

 
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Even taking one small action can help us fight the negative emotions we are feeling and leave us feeling empowered to do more. 

Open our bi-weekly actions to find out what you can do at national, state, and local levels to make a difference. 

Press Mention

Nonpartisan civil rights organizations argued before the South Carolina Supreme Court today that the state constitution forbids partisan gerrymandering, or the rigging of electoral maps to protect a political party’s advantage in elections. "South Carolinians have the right not just to vote, but to cast a vote that genuinely reflects the interests of their community," said Nancy Williams, President of the League of Women Voters of South Carolina.

Public Statement

The League of Women Voters of South Carolina affirms the right to peaceful protest and calls upon our state government, local officials. and all South Carolinians to respect those who raise their voices and everyone's First Amendment rights.

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Action Alerts

The House and Senate introduced the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require citizenship documentation to register to vote even though voters in every state are already required to affirm or verify their citizenship status when registering.

The SAVE Act would create one more barrier to the voting process, as many eligible voters do not have easy access to the necessary documents.

Tell your members of Congress to oppose the SAVE Act

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New! "The Legislative Process: What It Means for Educators and Public Education supporters. This one-hour presentation will help attendees understand how state laws affect public education. Learn about the legislative process, navigating the SC legislative website, current bills, and tips for engaging in advocacy. Five locations statewide, July 22 - Aug. 28.

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DEI has remained central to the League of Women Voters of South Carolina (LWVSC) agenda. We are committed to "fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging for all people."

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Spring/Summer 2025 SC Voter newsletter

The League continues to fight for democracy—and it’s not your mother’s League! LWV was born for the challenging times and our founders and leaders have never sacrificed our values to expediency. Read about our statewide efforts.