League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles

League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles The LWVGLA is a nonpartisan political organization. We engage, educate and empower Los Angeles communities. Be an informed voter! Join the movement!

This year marks the 100th anniversary of women achieving suffrage in California, nine years before the United States Congress passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution granting all women the right to vote. Officially formed more than 90 years ago, yet dating back to its efforts decades earlier, the League of Women Voters is a highly trusted grassroots, nonpartisan political organization, educating millions of people to become informed and active participants in government.

Happy Pride Month from the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles! 🌈✨This month and every month, we celebrate the...
06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month from the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles! 🌈✨

This month and every month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ leaders, advocates, and community members who continue to shape a more inclusive democracy. Pride is a reminder that the fight for equality, representation, and full civic participation belongs to all of us.

LWVGLA is proud to stand for a democracy where every voice is heard, every voter is protected, and every person can live with dignity and freedom.

Looking for a fast and easy way to vote? Drop off your Vote by Mail ballot at any Official Ballot Drop Box or any Vote C...
06/02/2026

Looking for a fast and easy way to vote? Drop off your Vote by Mail ballot at any Official Ballot Drop Box or any Vote Center. L.A. County makes it easy for you to vote and gives you options! Visit PLAN.LAVOTE.GOV to find one near you.

️ Ready to make democracy work in YOUR community?We're looking for passionate people to join our board — and we want YOU...
05/15/2026

️ Ready to make democracy work in YOUR community?

We're looking for passionate people to join our board — and we want YOU. This is a great
opportunity to get civically involved, contribute to voter education, and advocate for policies that
impact your community.

✅ One & two-year terms
✅ Just one meeting a month
✅ Shape real advocacy & voter education
✅ Connect with community leaders who are driving change

Applications close May 28 — don't wait! 🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/CreateChange26

Earlier this month, the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles was proud to host a District 5 Candidate Forum at ...
05/14/2026

Earlier this month, the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles was proud to host a District 5 Candidate Forum at The Ebell, bringing community members together for a thoughtful and informative discussion ahead of the election. 💙🗳️✨

We extend our sincere thanks to The Ebell’s CEO Stacy Brightman and team for welcoming us, and to our former Executive Director Raquel Beltran for moderating the forum with care and clarity.

The forum featured candidates Henry Mantel, Katy Yaroslavsky, and Morgan Oyler, who discussed important issues facing District 5, including housing, public safety, homelessness, economic development, and more.

We are also grateful to Raquel’s granddaughter, Sophia, for leading the Pledge of Allegiance, and to our Co-President Laurice Sommers for supporting and mentoring Sophia in this special role.

Thank you to the League members, volunteers, and community members who attended and helped make this forum possible.

For more insights, check out the coverage by:
Beverly Press Park La Brea News - https://beverlypress.com/2026/05/cd-5-candidates-outline-differences-at-forum/
Larchmont Buzz - https://larchmontbuzz.com/larchmont-village-news/cd5-candidate-forum/.

The forum audio recording will soon be available on the League’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR9D-IcedJQ.

Thank you to everyone who joined the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles for our 2026 Celebrating Leadership A...
05/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles for our 2026 Celebrating Leadership Awards! We loved spending the afternoon celebrating The Many Faces of Democracy and honoring leaders making a difference across LA. ✨

🌟A special thank you to our generous sponsors:�
Democracy Champion: The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation
Reformer: Penny Sommers
Visionary: The Pat Brown Institute for Public Affairs at Cal State LA, Mona Field, Carla Fuentes, Cathy Kaiser�

Your support makes our work possible: empowering voters, defending democracy, and building stronger communities. 💙🗳

Congratulations again to our 2026 Celebrating Leadership Awards honorees!We were proud to celebrate Councilmember Heathe...
05/12/2026

Congratulations again to our 2026 Celebrating Leadership Awards honorees!

We were proud to celebrate Councilmember Heather Hutt, Ali Riley, Inglewood School Boardmember Ernesto Castillo, and Jake Ebright for their leadership, service, and commitment to strengthening civic life across Los Angeles.

Each honoree reflects The Many Faces of Democracy and the many ways people show up for their communities, through public service, advocacy, civic education, representation, and community leadership.

Thank you for allowing us to celebrate your work and for inspiring our League community.

Yesterday marked the launch of LWVGLA's Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Unit! 🥳✨It's inaugural event, Cafecito with the Lea...
04/24/2026

Yesterday marked the launch of LWVGLA's Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Unit! 🥳✨

It's inaugural event, Cafecito with the League introduced community members to the League's history, mission, and priorities, and explored how the SELA Unit will support civic engagement and voter education across Southeast Los Angeles. ☕

Thank you to:
✨our board member, Cynthia Romo for guiding the unit
✨our co-Presidents Mary Dickson and Penny Sommers for presenting
✨our partner SELA Collaborative
✨our host NewStart Housing Corporation

Stay tuned for upcoming events!

Join us at the Democracy Center for Postmarked Power, an empowering free event designed for community members who want t...
04/23/2026

Join us at the Democracy Center for Postmarked Power, an empowering free event designed for community members who want to make a difference. This interactive program introduces participants to ways they can make their voices heard by local and state representatives.

Through hands-on activities, practical tools such as writing to elected officials, guided discussions, and real-world examples, attendees will learn how government decisions impact their daily lives—and how they can influence those decisions. The program also provides a welcoming space to ask questions, share perspectives, and connect with peers passionate about creating positive change.

Saturday, April 25
11 a.m.–1 p.m. PDT

Japanese American National Museum
Democracy Center
100 North Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012

FREE, registration highly recommended: https://www.janm.org/democracy/events/2026-04-25/postmarked-power

Only 2 days until the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles’ Celebrating Leadership Awards! ✨Join us on Saturday...
04/17/2026

Only 2 days until the League of Women Voters of Greater Los Angeles’ Celebrating Leadership Awards! ✨

Join us on Saturday, April 18th from 12 pm - 3 pm as we celebrate leaders whose work reflects the many faces of democracy and the power of civic engagement across Los Angeles. 🎉

We can’t wait to honor:�
🌟Ali Riley, former international soccer captain and 4x Olympian, with the Changemaker Award
🌟Jake Ebright, LWVGLA Speakers Bureau Team Lead, with the Voter Rights Award
🌟Heather Hutt, LA City Councilmember with the Public Service Leadership Award
🌟Ernesto Castillo, Inglewood Unified School District Boardmember with the Community First Leadership Award

Grab your tickets at cla2026.eventbrite.com.

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