The League of Women Voters of Kentucky held a news conference on Wednesday, November 20 at the Capitol Annex in Frankfort to release a new report on legislative tactics that limit public participation. Read the updated report on the LWVKY website **here**.

**Check out the** **Voting Matters podcast** **with LWV of Lexington President Liza Holland and WUKY’s News Director Alan Lytle**

LWV of Lexington works to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government. We may take action on local government measures and policies in the public interest in conformity with the principles of the League of Women Voters of the US. We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate.

**LWV of Lexington supported the *successful* Parks Sustainable Funding ballot referendum for a dedicated funding source for Lexington parks! Thanks to all the voters and** **parksfundinglex.com** **for supporting quality parks in Lexington!**

LWV of Lexington and LWVKY oppose the use of public funds for private schools. We opposed proposed Constitutional Amendment 2. Voters agreed and defeated the amendment! Thanks to our partners at Protect Our Schools KY for spearheading the successful effort to defeat Amendment 2!

**Want to help staff the LWV table at this event? Contact Tip Moody,** **tipton.moody@lwvky.org**.

**Watch the recorded LWVKY webinar** **with Josh Cowen to learn about the ways Amendment 2 would harm Kentucky schools and students!**

Our Programs

The League of Women Voters of Lexington strives to provide a service to our community of citizens. We work to educate people on the importance of voting, addressing voter issues and barriers to free and fair elections. Our programs are expanding, following the interests of new and existing members.

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Candidate Forums

The LWV provides a fair, structured format for candidates to share their ideas and stances with the voting public.

VOTE 411

Register to vote, check your registration, find out where to vote and who is on your particular ballot. Tons of information available at https://www.vote411.org/

Community Conversations

Throughout the year the League identifies concerns in the community, then invites local experts to discuss the issue, stimulate a conversation and inform potential actions.

Voter Registration

The League provides voter registration at various community centers, festivals, living facilities and other events and spaces.

Observer Corps

Volunteers attend government and community meetings to ensure transparency in decision-making.

Naturalization Ceremonies

Within minutes of becoming a citizen, the League is there to help our country's newest citizens take the first step in their civic responsibilities: registering to vote!

Voter Enfranchisement

Whether it is the challenge of partisan-drawn voting districts or the obstacles faced by people with prior felony convictions seeking to regain their civil rights, the League works to identify barriers to a working democracy. Every citizen deserves to have their voice heard and to have fair representation in government.

OPEN PRIMARIES

The League of Women Voters has conducted a study of Open Primaries and after gathering feedback from the membership, the League is in support of legislation that would open primaries in Kentucky to include the ability for Independents and Other to vote in the primary elections.

What the League does...

We work to help keep citizens engaged in the democratic process through voter education, studying issues, defining League positions related to them, and working to pass effective legislation to address them. The League also participates in voter registration drives, candidate forums, and various community programs.
We believe informed voting is key to allowing our government to function as a representation of its citizens; each citizen should have their voice be heard through exercising their right to vote.
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Our Mission:

Creating a More Perfect Democracy.

The League of Women Voters of Lexington, KY is the local chapter of a national nonpartisan political organization that works to encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government.

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“The LEAGUE inspired me to think critically about my democracy in a way that I had never had to before. Not only was I led to examine the problems facing our society today, I was also forced to confront my own responsibility to be proactive and promote real journalism and civic engagement.

I realized that it’s up to us, the citizens, to be aware of what is happening in our government, and to that end was delighted to become more involved with the League and learn about all the steps we can take to support our democracy."

—Sadie Bograd, League member since 2017

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There are various ways that you can support the mission of the League of Women Voters! We welcome time, talent and donations!

Not sure if you are ready to join? We welcome people to volunteer (candidate forum, voter registration, naturalization ceremony, or observer corps) as a way to meet other members and see first hand what the League is accomplishing in your community!

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Have you been wanting to get more involved with what is happening in the world, but don't know where to start? Check out our volunteer opportunities that only take an hour or two!

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