It’s convention time! LWVIL gathers in June for our 62nd Biennium Convention—where we will determine the focus of our power, making decisions that affect our mission work at the grassroots level and maximize our impact throughout the state.
Join the League of Women Voters of Jo Daviess County for their Annual Meeting. The featured speaker is Steven Schwinn, professor of law, University of Illinois Chicago.
Don't miss LWVIL's Second Annual SCOTUS Recap! Steven Schwinn, Professor of Law at the University of Illinois Chicago, will join us to speak on major decisions made by the Supreme Court this session. The presentation will provide insight into how the court's decisions will influence the interpretation of the US Constitution and our country's understanding of everything from separation of powers and executive authority to individual freedoms and state's rights. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=809& About the Speaker Steven D. Schwinn is a Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Research [...]
Don't miss LWVIL's Second Annual SCOTUS Recap! Steven Schwinn, Professor of Law at the University of Illinois Chicago, will join us to speak on major decisions made by the Supreme Court this session. The presentation will provide insight into how the court's decisions will influence the interpretation of the US Constitution and our country's understanding of everything from separation of powers and executive authority to individual freedoms and state's rights. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Register to attend. https://lwvil.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/lwvil/eventRegistration.jsp?event=809& About the Speaker Steven D. Schwinn is a Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Research [...]
On July 17, we honor the anniversary of the passing of civil rights hero John Lewis, not with ceremonies, but with action. We encourage all League members and supporters to attend a rally near them https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lwdNYuXBQCehqZ-PQ2vgWTE3GIT-gUEb/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113265459533045378718&rtpof=true&sd=true in support of his fight for justice, voting rights, and dignity for all. LWVUS and LWVIL will attend the rally at Chicago's Daley Plaza (50 W Washington St, 5:30-8:00 pm). LWVUS Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson and LWVIL President Becky Simon will be featured speakers. LWVUS will have League swag (t-shirts and pins) for members joining us there! We will all gather [...]
An interfaith vigil as we gather to learn, reflect, and act to protect the dignity and rights of all.
The League of Women Voters of the Palatine, Barrington and Schaumburg Areas and Schaumburg Library will host Professor Steven Schwinn from U of I Chicago. He will discuss the current state of the balance of power between the three branches of the federal government. Professor Schwinn is an expert in Constitutional Law. Register to attend. https://www.lwvpalatinearea.org/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=255645&item_id=2657629
March with us on Saturday, July 26! The League of Women Voters of Illinois is joining the Chicago Disability Pride Parade from Harold Washington Library to Daley Plaza. This year's parade takes place on the 35th anniversary of the signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act. 🎉 League members and friends will meet up on the west side of the library at 401 S. Plymouth Court at 10:30 am. Look for the purple balloons! Parade begins at 11:00 am. Non-marchers can celebrate with us at the parade end point in Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington. Sign up to join us. [...]