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
Letter to the Lafayette Parish Council – Early Voting Site
Dear Councilmen, The League of Women Voters of Lafayette would like to share with you our thoughts regarding an issue pending your decision to enter into a memorandum of understanding between the municipalities of Broussard and Youngsville to open an early voting site...
LWVUS Responds to Police Killing of George Floyd
5/29/2020 WASHINGTON – The League of Women Voters of the United States issued the following statement in reference to the murder of George Floyd: "The League of Women Voters grieves the murders of George Floyd and the countless other Black lives that have been...
July 11th 2020 Election Information
Election Day - July 11thPresidential Preference Primary and Municipal Primary election will be held on July 11th. Polls open at 7 a.m. for SATURDAY elections and at 6 a.m. for TUESDAY elections. Polls close at 8 p.m. All voters in line at 8 p.m. have the right to...
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. Membership starts at $60 per year, opportunities to learn and make an impact are plentiful.