Making Democracy work
League of Women Voters of Lafayette
Non-Partisan, League for Everyone
Voter Resources
Want to know important election dates, what’s on the ballot, and more? Check out our non-partisan voter guide.
Become a Member
By joining, you automatically become a member of the local, state, and national League of Women Voters .
What We’re Up To
Celebrating Thetis Cusimano – Women’s History Month
In her humble and modest manner, Thetis Cusimano was a trailblazer. She believed in good government, fairness, and treating people with respect and dignity. In her personal, professional, and civic engagement endeavors, she fought for what she believed.In...
LWV of Lafayette’s response to Lafayette Public Library Board’s rejection of voter education grant
Press ReleaseLafayette, LA (January 31, 2021) – Recent actions by the Lafayette Public Library Board and the Mayor-President’s office to deny a grant-supported public discussion of voting rights and ballot access in the United States raises questions for the League of...
ACTION! FINAL VOTE FOR EARLY VOTING AT MLK CENTER
Tuesday, August 18th, both the parish and city councils will vote on FINAL ADOPTION OF CO-069-2020 and PO-035-2020. The agreement will establish an early voting site at the Martin Luther King Center off of W. Willow St. in Lafayette. This is a compromise proposal...
Make an Impact
Gain experience working on issues that influence public policy.
Get Involved
Get involved in your community and play an active role in our democracy.
Find Your Niche
We are not a single issue organization.
Have Fun
Follow your passion and the part you play, whether small or large, is valuable.
Action
The League is wholeheartedly political and influences policy through advocacy and education. Though we mobilize people to create civic change, the League is strictly nonpartisan and neither supports nor opposes candidates for office. The League takes action on an issue when we have a position that supports the issue or speaks to the cause. These positions exist at the local, state, and national levels of the League, and are always the result of thorough study and membership consensus.
How We “Work”
The league has standing and ad hoc committees that do the “work” of the league. Committee chairs do not have to serve on the Leadership Team, but many do at some point. Flexibility in matching members’ skill sets with their interests and time availability has provided a workable balance. As needed, committee chairs keep the leadership team apprised via the spokesperson and facilitator. These communications ensure that continuity of business is maintained by the subsequent facilitators.
Limitless Opportunities
As a league member, there are limitless opportunities to:
- Build your participation in the democratic process
- Study key community issues at all government levels in an unbiased manner
- Seek positive solutions to public policy issues through education and conflict management
- Increase public dialogue in your community
- Create lasting change where we live
- Have fun and make friendships for life
READY TO JOIN?
We are an inclusive community of action and diverse thinkers. The opportunities to learn and make an impact are plentiful.