Who Is the League of Women Voters? 

The League of Women Voters (LWV) is a nonpartisan, grassroots nonprofit dedicated to empowering everyone to fully participate in our democracy. With active Leagues in all 50 states and more than 700 Leagues across the country, we engage in advocacy, education, litigation, and organizing to protect every American’s freedom to vote. 

Founded in 1920, the League was a merger of the National Council of Women Voters and the National American Women’s Suffrage Association. Referred to as a “mighty political experiment,” it aimed to help newly enfranchised women exercise their right to vote. Learn more about our history. 

Today, the League has expanded our vision of a more inclusive democracy where all Americans, regardless of gender, sex, race, ability, or party can see themselves represented in our government. To build this vision, we bring an anti-racist, social justice lens to the issues of: 

• Expanding Voter Access; 
• Fighting Voter Suppression; 
• Money in Politics; 
• Redistricting; and 
• Safe and Fair Elections; 

Additionally, we promote social and economic justice through the lenses of healthcare, the environment, immigration reform, and the Census. 

Our Foundational Principles

Nonpartisanship

The League shall not support or oppose any political party or any candidate. To learn more about our nonpartisan stance, read this blog post.

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.

History

For over 100 years, we have been a nonpartisan, activist, grassroots organization that believes voters should play a critical role in democracy. See what we've been up to over the last century, and see where we're headed for the next. 

Membership & Local Leagues

Our members are passionate activists who support our work in all 50 states and in more than 700 communities. Join us today!