League of Women Voters - Wilmette

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy.

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Advocacy Update

reinstating village housing and human relations commissions

At its meeting on July 30 the Village Board's Administration Committee indicated their intention to recommend reinstating Wilmette's Housing and Human Relations Commissions. Thank you to everyone who shared their perspective with the committee. Please visit our Community Engagement, Education and Empowerment page for links to the League's letter to committee, the meeting packet that includes additional public input, and a link to a video recording.

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Observer Corps

get the latest on local government

Did you know that League Observers attend, and provide reports on, our local government board meetings? Visit our Observer Corps page for the latest report, updated July 31, 2020

Observer Corps Page

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the new league year is here! Renew (or join) Now

The new League of Women Voters year began July 1, 2020. Current members are asked to renew their membership now. New to the League, learn more about joining our organization here.

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Celebrate Women's Suffrage

19th amendment centennial resources and events

The summer of 1920 marks the 100th anniversary of women being granted the right to vote. Visit the League's coalition partner, the 2020 Women's Vote Centennial Initiative, for a myriad of resources and programs. Register for a virtual event "Casting a Historic Vote: Women's Suffrage in Illinois" hosted by the Wilmette Public Library on August 18.

Visit 2020 Centennial Site