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The League of Women Voters of Wilmette is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. Read more here about our mission, policies, and commitments to civil discourse as well as diversity, equity and inclusion.
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June is Pride Month
honoring the lgbtq+ communityLGBTQ+ Pride Month is celebrated each year in the month of June to commemorate the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. Considered by historians to be the birth of the modern LGBTQ+ movement, that rebellion sparked the national activism that brought new visibility to the struggle for LGBTQ+ equality. The purpose of Pride Month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally. It is also a month for memorials to honor those who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS.
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Environmental Action Needed
illinois senate vote this weekThis week, Illinois legislators will be back in Springfield to vote on a historic clean energy bill that tackles both climate and equity. It is the last chance to get this passed during this session. Show the senators how important it is to you to put Illinois on a path to a 100% clean energy future! How? Participate in a Sierra Club phone bank on Monday. Join the Rally for a Fossil Free Future with the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in Springfield. Click on the links below to register for these events.
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Annual Membership Drive
membership has its privilegesOur members make a difference by serving as community leaders, using their experience to create positive, lasting change. They enjoy access to a multitude of programs, publications and discussions, at the local, state and national level. They have the opportunity to study meaningful issues and shape public policy, advocating across many branches of government. Are you 16 years of age or older? Do you believe that informed citizens are the key to effective democratic government? If yes, we invite you to join our League. And if you are already an existing member, please renew your membership now.
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Speaker Series and Community Gathering
more opportunities for community learningThe League is pleased to co-sponsor a community event hosted by Healing Everyday Racism in Our Schools (HEROS). Join HEROS for the last of its 4-week "Before the Gathering" virtual speaker series, designed to raise awareness of the history of race in our neighborhoods. This last Zoom will be held on June 16th, from 7 - 8 p.m. and will focus on Community Action, discussing how our township can become more welcoming and inclusive. The series will then culminate with a community gathering at the Winnetka Village Green on Juneteenth (Saturday, June 19th) from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Click the link below for more information and to register for the Speaker Series.
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Wednesday, June 23rd at 11:00 a.m.
Lwv-W & Wilmette public library book discussionOn June 23rd at 11 a.m. we will be discussing Useful Delusions: The Power & Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain by Shankar Vedantam and Bill Mesler. It offers a thought-provoking look at the role of self-deception in human flourishing. Filled with powerful personal stories and drawing on new insights in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, this book offers a fascinating tour of what it really means to be human. (From the publisher)
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Affordable Housing in Wilmette
applications are being acceptedThe leasing process for Cleland Place is officially open. Housing Opportunity Development Corporation (HODC) will have 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments available in Wilmette by August 2021. Applications are being accepted now for low-income households at this brand new development, which is located at 1925 Wilmette Avenue. Information regarding applications, which are due by 5pm on 6/25, can be found at the link below.
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New Update on May 2021 Meetings
catch up on local governmentOur volunteers observe and report on local government board and committee meetings. See what has been going on in local government meetings on our Observer Corps page. This month's update covers meetings conducted in May 2021.
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upcoming EVENTS
June 14: Wilmette D39 Board of Education Meeting
June 14: Wilmette Park Board of Commissioners Meeting
June 15: Wilmette Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
June 16: HEROS Speaker Series "Before the Walk: Community Action"
June 19: HEROS Community Gathering on Juneteenth
June 23: LWV-Wilmette/Wilmette Public Library Book Group
June 14: Wilmette Park Board of Commissioners Meeting
June 15: Wilmette Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
June 16: HEROS Speaker Series "Before the Walk: Community Action"
June 19: HEROS Community Gathering on Juneteenth
June 23: LWV-Wilmette/Wilmette Public Library Book Group