Events

The ACLU of Illinois, the League of Women Voters of Rockford, and the American Association of University Women are thrilled to come together to host a community discussion on voting rights and the importance of local offices on our civil liberties work. The event will include a lively discussion on voting rights, how elected officials impact our civil rights and liberties, and ways to stay involved during the election and beyond. There will also be a meet and greet for candidates for state and local office following the panel discussion. Speakers: · Khadine Bennett, ACLU of Illinois (Panelist) · Jennifer [...]

Join the League for an enlightening tour of the Illinois Holocaust Museum that includes the following exhibitions: * Voices of Genocide explores how and why genocide continues to occur across geography and time. Learn from survivors and descendants of genocide in America, Guatemala, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Rwanda and Burma about the common conditions and warning signs that can lead to genocide and how recognizing these factors help determine efforts toward intervention and preservation. * Kindertransport - Rescuing Children on the Brink of War showcases the astonishing rescue effort that, in only nine months, brought thousands of unaccompanied children from Nazi Europe to [...]

In this presentation, award-winning journalist and media executive Eric Schurenberg explores the current news and election landscape. You’ll come away with an understanding of how social media and digital economics shape today's information environment, how partisan actors exploit our all-too-human vulnerability to misinformation, and how those economic and psychological forces have shaped the coverage of this Presidential campaign. The goal: To help you think critically, despite the heightened passion and noise, about the decision you'll make on November 5. This program is part of a League event series where noted authorities speak on relevant topics leading up to the U.S. [...]

When voters feel secure that their vote is counted accurately and without interference, they are more likely to believe in the legitimacy of the election results. Local elections authorities will address concerns about voter fraud, vote tampering, voting machine accuracy, and more. Speaker: Laura Bettis - Boone County Deputy Clerk Ms. Bettis will address common myths concerning the election process, ballot safety, and voter eligibility. Attendees will have opportunity to meet and greet local candidates for upcoming November 5th election. Co-hosted by LWV Greater Rockford, Rockton/Roscoe News and Harlem High School Student Council.

The League of Women Voters of Palos Orland Area invites you to attend our program on Saturday, November 9, for a Q&A session with Illinois State Senator Bill Cunningham. Please join us for hot coffee and conversation at 9:30 AM before the program starts at 10 AM. No registration is required. All are welcome.

The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Barrington and Schaumburg Areas in partnership with the Schaumburg Library will continue our Civic Awareness Series, focusing this time on gun violence prevention. The topic will be explored through the lens of domestic violence and the social and economic circumstances that often lead to it. You can choose to attend this program in-person or watch online on Zoom. Please indicate your preference when registering. After registering, you will receive a link to the Zoom webinar at least three hours in advance of the program. Register to attend. https://www.lwvpalatinearea.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=255645&item_id=2393322 If you need to [...]

The League's Observer Corps play a key role in community education and engagement. Trained Observers help their communities stay informed about decisions that impact them locally, while encouraging government transparency and accountability. Learn more about the Observer Corps. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eb87706d3837677cd92bc85/t/5f501303c3d245426c596b10/1599083268675/observer-program-090220.pdf Join us for this virtual session to become a trained Observer! Observer training is open to League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=644&

LWVIL Issues & Advocacy's monthly Lunch & Learn series will next discuss LWVIL’s exciting Lobby Corps initiative and its importance to our mission. This session is for League members only. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=679&