Session 3: AI and Public Policy Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 7:00-8:00pm (PST) Speakers: Irina Raicu, Markkula Center for Applied Ethics Ann Ravel: Instructor at Berkeley Law School, former Chair of Federal Elections Commission Ann Ravel is a member of LWV-Southwest Santa Clara Valley. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqceCgrjwuG9XX_Fgi-etCdSey0jBjfpVF

Embracing the Political Divide People with opposing political views used to be able to be best friends or close relatives, despite their views. But not anymore…. Are you surrounded only by people who agree with your political views? Then, you live in an echo chamber and you might be contributing to the polarization of America. […]

We're back in person at Aloha Steakhouse in downtown Ventura.  At 5:30 for Happy Hour Let's Get Acquainted! Talk about local issues or just enjoy a relaxing social get-together. Join us for happy hour.  Have a glass of wine.  Bring a friend or two. (RSVP to Matty) (Formerly known as Meet the Members)

Join us as we choose topics for upcomming programs for our local League. Bring your ideas for programs of interest to our community. To RSVP, email Sandy Warren.

Bring news articles or topics to discuss! Join us, don't be shy! Host: Patricia Clip & Come meets monthly, in person, on the first Thursday.  All are welcome to attend.

First proposed in 1923 and passed by Congress in 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment was subsequently ratified by only 35 states at that time, falling short of the 38 ratifications required. Since then, several states have ratified the Amendment and Virginia became the last state necessary to ratify it in 2020.  Where do we stand today? […]

LWV Bay Area invites you to League Day 2024 Finding Solutions Connecting the Dots: Regional Health Equity & Inequities (A Virtual Education Event via Zoom) Saturday, March 9, 2024,  10:30 AM—1 PM League Day 2024 focuses on creating healthy communities and the interconnections of health and policy. Experts will define social, economic, education, and healthy living […]

LWV Bay Area invites you toLeague Day 2024 Finding Solutions Connecting the Dots:  Regional Health Equity & InequitiesSaturday, March 9, 2024,  10:30-1:00     League Day 2024 focuses on creating healthy communities and the inter-connections of health and policy. Experts will define the interrelationship of social, economic, education and healthy living, and discuss solutions to Bay […]

Bay Area League Day, 2024 Forum:  Finding Solutions Connecting the Dots: Regional Health Equity & Inequities LWVBA’s annual issue education forum, focuses on creating healthy communities and the inter connections of health and policy.  Experts will define the interrelationship of social, economic, education and healthy living and discuss solutions to Bay Area health equity and inequities. […]

11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Book is Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism by Rachel Maddox. Reviewer is Marcy Fry.

Meet and chat with your League friends in-person at our no-host lunch. Reconnect and get caught up with current Leaguers as well as meet new friends!   Join us for lunch at Bar Camino, 1470 North Broadway, Walnut Creek. There's easy parking across the street at the library parking lot. Please email Janet Hoy at janet lwvdv.org to […]

The League of Women Voters of Monterey County will present a free talk titled: "Voting Matters: What About Turnout?” at a live-streamed "Lunch and Learn" Meeting at noon on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Turn-out drives election results. But to be able to turn out, a potential voter first has to be registered. In Monterey County, an estimated 1 in 6 eligible […]

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The LWV of San Diego's Immigration & Deportation Committee has asked Angel Moreno from the Communications Dept. of Border Patrol to give us an update on what they are seeing at the border, why people are crossing in such large numbers and what solutions they are proposing. The meeting will be on Thursday, March 14th […]

Attend the Action-Advocacy Committee meeting to learn about issues that concern our local League, such as affordable housing and homelessness, civil discourse, climate change, racial justice, health care and mental health. We also hear reports from the Observer Corps about what local governments are doing. Join us for a lively discussion! If you have questions, or […]

Saturdays in the Park Watch for our signs!   Make a calendar note to enjoy the great outdoors with us on Saturday, March 16, at 10 am.  As always, we’ll update you at that event on what’s going on in your League in education, voting rights, and more.  Happy New Year!  Program: Introductions Presentations and […]

March 18th Meeting Agenda is coming...   Recording of Feb 19th Meeting with Jenny Michel Click Here to Start the Recording Jenny is a commercial property manager at Cushman & Wakefield, with over 20 years of experience in the local real estate industry. Her journey through homelessness in the early 2000s led her to envision […]

Mark your calendars & plan to learn more from Northern California Youth Policy Coalition (NCYPC) Chair/Founder Bode Gower who will be LWV Mendocino County speaker on March 19, 2024, 6 pm.  Join at 5:30 pm for Announcements & Social  Join a Meeting - Zoom Northern California Youth Policy Coalition (NCYPC) is a new, as of […]

Mark your calendars & plan to learn more from Northern California Youth Policy Coalition (NCYPC) Chair/Founder Bode Gower who will be LWV Mendocino County speaker on March 19, 2024, 6 pm, 5:45 social.  Join a Meeting - Zoom Northern California Youth Policy Coalition (NCYPC) is a new, as of December 2023, nonpartisan youth organization for […]

Join us for the Climate Change Caucus Kickoff. This meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, March 20, 5-6 p.m. We will share data, then we want to hear from you: What's your "why" when it comes to climate change?  Together, we will get informed and explore local needs, advocacy, and how to partner with […]

Come meet League members by Zoom on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Learn about what we are doing and join us as we carry out our mission:  Empowering Voters, Defending Democracy Bring your favorite beverage and a friend or two. kayaarmstrong gmail.com (subject: LWVVC%20Happy%20Hour%20with%20the%20League%20RSVP%20-%20Third%20Wednesday, body: Name%3A%0D%0ANumber%20of%20Guests%3A%0D%0AComments%3A) (RSVP to Kay)

Book Title - Highway of Tears Author: Jessica McDiarmind     Goodreads Review Hosted by Patty The South Book Club meets monthly, in person, on the third Thursday.  All are welcome to attend.  Send email to contact below for details.

A large new Deportation Court recently opened in Concord, nearly doubling the deportation capacity of the Bay Area.  What is a Deportation Court? What does this mean for our immigrant neighbors and what opportunities and challenges exist to protect and promote human rights? There are a number of ways to support our immigrant neighbors as they […]

LWVSM Annual event celebrating women who made a significant contribution to the city of Santa Monica.

Grab a cup of coffee and join members of the LWV of Southwest Santa Clara Valley March 23, 2024 as we share our thoughts about the results of the 2024 California Primary and brainstorm ideas on how we can engage more voters in the upcoming general election.    Orchard Valley Coffee is located in downtown […]

2024 League County DayAdvocacy on the Coast: What’s Working    Learn The Coast is an idyllic place well-known for its parks, beaches, hikes, and forests. Less well-known are the struggles of hundreds of farmworkers and low-income residents who make valuable contributions through their work and community efforts but live in harsh conditions with few services on […]

Join us at County League Day - March 23, 10-12 Noon Learn The Coast is an idyllic place well-known for its parks, beaches, hikes, and forests. Less well-known are the struggles of hundreds of farmworkers and low-income residents who make valuable contributions through their work and community efforts but live in harsh conditions with few […]

What is a caucus? It’s a conversation among people with a common set of beliefs, usually about political issues. What is The Wednesday Caucus? It’s a conversation among people who believe, along with the League of Women Voters, that democracy is not a spectator sport. It’s a group of people who want to share information, […]

Speaker to be determined - check back for updates.

Speaker to be determined - check back for updates.

Email for reservations at lunchwithleague lwvnoc.org by Sunday, March 24, 2024. Cost is $28. Our speaker is Harriet Bouldin, Development Manager for the Fullerton Arboretum. Her primary responsibilities are cultivating ongoing support for the Arboretum, strategic initiatives and increasing academic engagement. She works closely with volunteers to advance the Arboretum’s mission of environmental education in […]

Book Title - The Parrot and the Igloo: The Science of Denial Author: David Lipsky   Goodreads Review Moderated by: Anne The North Book Club meets monthly on the fourth Thursday.  All are welcome to attend.  Send email to contact below to RSVP.    

Are you interested in learning more about solutions to the housing crisis in California? In recent years the League of Women Voters of California has supported several important bills designed to increase housing production and expand equitable access. Join us online on March 28th at 5 PM (PDT) to learn more about policies to increase […]

Sun. Mar 31, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Political Book Club Meeting Zoom