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Member events
LWVCC events on the LWVCC calendar |
Announcement to Members: Guidelines on Political Activity
The League of Women Voters of Champaign County (LWVCC) is a nonpartisan grassroots organization that encourages informed and active participation in government by providing voter education and increasing understanding of major public policy issues.
The League is nonpartisan in that it does not endorse or support any political candidates or elected officials. However, it is political in that the League takes positions on certain issues. Besides advocating for voting rights, the League has established positions in the areas of human resources, natural resources, local government, and the judicial system.
Following an established Political Activity Policy, the League urges members to participate in the political party of their choice as individuals, not purporting to represent the League. We view such participation as a key ingredient of citizen responsibility and believe that diversity of thought, opinion, and action makes our nonpartisan organization stronger. We also encourage members to contact their government officials.
The League is nonpartisan in that it does not endorse or support any political candidates or elected officials. However, it is political in that the League takes positions on certain issues. Besides advocating for voting rights, the League has established positions in the areas of human resources, natural resources, local government, and the judicial system.
Following an established Political Activity Policy, the League urges members to participate in the political party of their choice as individuals, not purporting to represent the League. We view such participation as a key ingredient of citizen responsibility and believe that diversity of thought, opinion, and action makes our nonpartisan organization stronger. We also encourage members to contact their government officials.
Guidelines for Peaceful Protesting
The 1st Amendment of the US Constitution protects the rights of every citizen to peaceably assemble and express their views. As a service to our members, the League's calendar includes information about locally planned rallies, protests, and demonstrations.
Whether you are a new or seasoned participant, know your rights. Some of these local events may be viewed as partisan and/or taking a position adverse to the League’s stated position. Listings of these events does not imply a recommendation or endorsement by LWVCC, its officers and members, and cannot be used for advertising or endorsement purposes.
Whether you are a new or seasoned participant, know your rights. Some of these local events may be viewed as partisan and/or taking a position adverse to the League’s stated position. Listings of these events does not imply a recommendation or endorsement by LWVCC, its officers and members, and cannot be used for advertising or endorsement purposes.
Announcement to Members: Impact on Issues for 2024-2026
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Impact on Issues is an indispensable resource for League members. It is produced by the national League of Women Voters (LWVUS) to describe national public policy positions and inspire members to use them effectively at the national, state, local, and regional levels.
The latest version was released in December 2024 and is available for download from LWVUS. A short summary is also provided on our Federal and State Issues page.
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Announcement to Members: LWV Membership Portal is in Process
Members will get an email from [email protected] inviting you to sign on to get started. Originally slated for February, there is some delay to contacting us all (as with many new, big projects). Please watch your email for this special email.
Once you follow the process in the email and identify yourself as a LWV member, you can use the LWV Portal at https://portal.lwv.org/ to manage your League information (such as email, address, interests, etc.). The new membership portal will also remind you when it's time to renew and help you with that process.
Once you follow the process in the email and identify yourself as a LWV member, you can use the LWV Portal at https://portal.lwv.org/ to manage your League information (such as email, address, interests, etc.). The new membership portal will also remind you when it's time to renew and help you with that process.
Announcement to LWVCC Teams: Resources for Team Leaders
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We have a webpage of resources especially for LWVCC Teams and their leaders. Check out the link below to see logos, graphics, schedules, guidelines and more.
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New to the League?
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Welcome to Our Newest Members!
(since January 2025) 1. Marcia Morrow, Savoy 2. Faye Lesht, Champaign 3. Anna Schaffler, U of I Student 4. Ursula Reuter-Carlson, Urbana 5. Cheryl Hughes, Champaign 6. Sydney Curts, Mahomet 7. Paula Barnes, Champaign 8. Mary Jo Poole, Champaign 9. Cynthia Dodds, Urbana 10. Dana Mancuso - Urbana 11. Cynthia Cobb, Rantoul 12. Karen Carney, Champaign 13. Susan Richardson, Champaign 14. Jolene Drew, St. Joseph - our first member from St. Joe 15. Amanda Merck, Urbana 16. Susan Weitekamp, Rantoul 17. Megan Wolf, Champaign 18. Laura Lyon, Urbana 19. Diane Carper, Savoy 20. Kirsten Pool, Champaign 21. Janet Lunn, Rantoul 22. Carrie East, Mahomet 23. Christine D'Arpa, Champaign 24. Maddy Green, Champaign 25. Anstice Aelish, Rossville 26. Peggy Pearson, Champaign 27. Alice Kieft, Urbana 28. Lucinda Duffy 29. Jane Quinlan Current membership is 211 |
Introductory Documents
League Lingo - link to glossary from LWVUS Not a member yet?
Annual Meeting May 22, 2025“There were many great aspects of the Annual Meeting: A healthy turnout of members, great socializing with room to circulate, an efficient business meeting, and delicious food and drink.“
- from the July Newsletter View photos from event below |
Learn About the Teams That Make the League Work!
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If you're interested in finding out more about a team, or perhaps volunteering, contact the team leader to talk about the possibilities.
Visit the Teams & Activities page to see who's a team leader and how to contact them. 
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Get Involved with Your Local League
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Read the News
The Voter newsletter is sent directly to your email inbox. |
Attend Events
Attend LWVCC educational events on community issues. Details at the events calendar or home page of this website. |
Get Out the Vote
Sign up to help at registration tables or candidate forums or other voter services activities. Send an email to [email protected]. |
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Mentor Students
See the local activities at Youth Programs and Student Ambassadors. |
Support Our Mission
Talk to friends about the League. The more people who join and donate, the more activities we can do. Or, make a donation at any time. |
A Sample of LWVCC in Action
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All LWVCC Members Receive a Membership Directory
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The above photos are borrowed from this year's Membership Directory.
Updated Directories are mailed to members each year. New members get Directories when they join. Thanks to editor Carol Bosley (email [email protected]) for producing the Directory. |
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Use the Membership Directory to make contact with fellow League members.
Make use of the Event Calendar in your Directory to see programs and activities scheduled for the year. |
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When you join LWVCC, you become a member of the national and state leagues. National: League of Women Voters LWVUS
State: League of Women Voters of Illinois LWVIL
Local - League of Women Voters of Champaign County LWVCC
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Stay Connected - Some Links for the League
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League of Women Voters LWVUS - http://www.lwv.org/
League of Women Voters of Illinois LWVIL - http://www.lwvil.org/index.html League of Women Voters of Champaign County LWVCC - https://www.lwvchampaigncounty.org/ |
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Questions?
Members, particularly new members, often have questions about the League and how it works. Here are a couple of Frequently Asked Questions.
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Q: How do I know who's in the LWVCC chapter of the League?
A: Browse your copy of the LWVCC Membership Directory. New members receive a paper copy by U.S mail around August. If you don't have one, or need a replacement, contact Carol Bosley, Member Support team. Q: How do I attend an online League meeting ?
A: LWVCC uses Zoom for many online group meetings. Members are usually sent an invitation to a meeting that includes a link to click to join the meeting. (For some meetings you have to register ahead. For many, you just click on Zoom on the day of the meeting. If you don't know how to use Zoom, ask a League colleague or see the Zoom training page. |
More questions? We have some other Frequently Asked Questions that you can view or download.
Don't see your question? Send an email to [email protected].
Don't see your question? Send an email to [email protected].
