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Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.

We envision a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge and the confidence to participate.  Get ready for November 3, 2020!  Find comprehensive voting information at www.vote411.org.  This is a national resource - enter your address to obtain local information about voter registration, deadlines, polling places, and more.

Virginia voters:  Request your mail-in ballot here:  https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation.  You must request the ballot by Friday, October 23 at the latest, but don’t wait.  The ballot will arrive after September 18 and you can check its status at the link above.  Early in-person voting starts on Friday September 18.

 

Conversation with Delegate Marcus Simon

Submitted by Falls Church in June 2020.

Event Date: 
Aug 23 2020 - 3:30pm
Event location: 

Zoom, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9889526453

Join us to hear from Delegate Marcus Simon about the recent session in Richmond.  And Delegate Simon will share tips for advocacy while we're social distancing.  Join on Zoom:

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Join Form

Join LWV today!  Your support and membership goes directly to the League's work to protect and defend our democracy. 

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Conversation with Council Member Letty Hardi

Submitted by Falls Church in August 2020.

Event Date: 
Sep 13 2020 - 3:00pm
Event location: 

Zoom

Join us for a Virtual Discussion with Letty Hardi on Current Issues Facing Falls Church - learn more about how FCC is working to challenge rac

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Discussion on Affordable Housing Study

Submitted by Falls Church in August 2020.

Event Date: 
Sep 9 2020 - 5:00pm
Event location: 

Zoom

LWV Members:  Join affordable housing expert Alice Tousignanat for a discussion on the

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Online Social Activism in a Time of COVID-19

Submitted by Falls Church in July 2020.

Event Date: 
Aug 4 2020 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Event location: 

Watch the video at the link below

Online activist Sidney Hong discussed how to get involved, educate, and drive policy, all while living in a world of COVID-19 and physical distancing; watch the recording here:

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Election 2020

Submitted by Falls Church in June 2020.

Event Date: 
Jul 26 2020 - 3:30pm
Event location: 

View Recording at Link Below

Join Renee Andrews and David Bjerke for a discussion on critical election issues as we get ready for November 2020.  Renee is a member of Falls Church City's Electoral Board, and David is the Falls Church City Registrar.  View the recording:

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NCA Election 2020 Forum

Submitted by Falls Church in February 2020.

Event Date: 
Mar 7 2020 - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Event location: 

Cleveland Park Library

Election 2020: Challenges Ahead
*How reliable is our news?  
*Are all voters--local and nationwide--able to vote?
Register for this event »
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Redistricting Forum

Submitted by Falls Church in September 2019.

Event Date: 
Nov 17 2019 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Event location: 

Sherwood Community Center

I'll post more information when it gets closer to the date.

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ERA Event

Submitted by Falls Church in September 2019.

Event Date: 
Sep 9 2019 - 7:45pm
Event location: 

FCC Community Center

Join LWV-FC and the American Association of University Women to hear from a fantastic speaker, Lisa Baker, about the need for the ERA and what Virginians can do to get it passed.

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LWV of Falls Church in the News

Programs and articles on issues we're following

Get informed about key democracy issues here!  Ideas for future programs?  Contact us at: lwvfallschurchva [at] gmail.com

Recorded Programs

How to Improve Your Online Social Activism - Presentation by Sidney Hong

Recorded August 4, 2020

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Volunteer! Empower voters & defend democracy

Voter Registration

Magnify our voice! Be a part of our grassroots efforts in Falls Church!

10 way you can make an impact! 

  1. Register voters
  2. Write & mail GOTV post cards to voters, and write advocacy postcards to elected leaders
  3. Make Vote411.org the best voter tool! Ask us how to help! Email lwvfallschurchva [at] gmail.com
  4. Observe city meetings as a representative of LWV of Falls Church
  5. Be a LWV Election Observer
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About the League of Women Voters of Falls Church

LWV meeting

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

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Join the League of Women Voters of Falls Church

League of Women Voters

Who Are the Members?

Membership in the League of Women Voters, the most respected and effective grassroots organization in the country, is open to men and women of all ages. Our members make a visible difference by serving as community leaders using their experience to create positive, lasting change in our communities.

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