Category: Past Event
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Comment on the EAC Petition by October 20th
There is a new attempt to require burdensome documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. We need every member of LWV to help us stop it! Right now, the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is taking public comments from people like you to gather input on whether they should adopt this anti-voter…
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California League Partners to Support Statewide and Local No Kings Protests
Many turned out to represent the League’s commitment to defend constitutional voter protections and support the legislative oversight that strengthens representative democracy. Our voter education table at the “NO KINGS” event attracted more inquiries for voter materials: Easy Voter Guides, voter registration online tools and Yolo County Elections Office ballot return information than many of…
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Your Vote Matters in the Upcoming Special Election
From the Revolutionary War to the Voting Rights Act, Americans have fought to protect and expand their right to vote. Voting shapes our government and our society. Abstaining from voting also has an impact, but it may not be the one you want. Failing to vote is not the same as voting “NO”. Abstaining prevents…
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Understanding the Proposition 50 Special Election: Nonpartisan Voter Information for Yolo County
Looking ahead to the Special Election, and the best way for our League to make a positive contribution to the community conversation, LWVYC will host an important public voter education event on October 15th.
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October Membership Meeting: Democracy Works and Prop 50 Election Update
We are continuing our local League tradition of celebrating community advocates of Democracy with the Democracy Works Award ceremony. In addition, we are helping voters understand the Prop 50 Special Election with guest speaker Jesse Salinas, Elections Official of Yolo County.
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LWVYC’s NAMIWalks Team 2025
Event Photos Thanks to all of our members who got the word out to donors. Together, we raised $725 to help fund NAMI’s free local programs for clients in need, their families and their support networks. Walkers Join Together for Mental Health, Daily Democrat Original Event Post Build mental health awareness by walking with our…
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League Supports 2025 Yolo County YES!
The Youth Empowerment Summit (Y.E.S.!) is a nationally recognized and award-winning full day of civic engagement for high school students. Y.E.S.! presentations and activities empower and encourage youth to say “YES!” to the leadership roles that make a positive difference. Event Photos This year, 137 high school students representing eight different schools around the county…
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New Members Tea & Orientation
Michelle Famula, Judy Higgerson, Kathleen Stack, and Faye Gee-Smith welcomed five new members at our 2nd Membership Tea. All were interested in civic engagement at the local level.
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LWV Annual Meeting 2025
Expanding our League’s outreach to strengthen local democracy through education and increased citizen participation was the emphasis during this year’s meeting.
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Mike Thompson Interview
Speaking to about 70 people at the Woodland Community & Senior Center, Congressman Thompson answered questions from the League and the audience.