LWVMC in Action Workshop - League of Women Voters of Montgomery County, MD

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LWVMC In Action: Your Guide to Getting More Involved in Our League

Empower Voters. Defend Democracy. This is the mission of the League of Women Voters at the national, state, and local levels.

Over the course of two 3-hour workshops, “LWVMC in Action: A Guide to Becoming More Involved in LWVMC,” covers how the League of Women Voters of Montgomery County (LWVMC) works to empower voters and defend democracy with voter registration and services, civic education and engagement programs and issues advocacy. Participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of our mission, organization, how we are involved in our community, and ways to become more involved. Group discussions offer opportunities to share thoughts about our activities and programs, our current challenges and opportunities, and what members need from LWVMC leadership to be effective members.

Workshops will be held on November 1 and 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the LWVMC’s offices and on Zoom. Attending both workshops is very much encouraged but not required. These workshops are only available to members.

Day One - Saturday November 1
We will start with an overview of our history, mission, organization and how we operate, and then discuss services, education, and engagement. Sessions will cover these topics:

LWVUS/LWVMC History, Mission, and Organization
Our Operations: Communications, Membership, Technology and Finance
Empowering Voters – Voter Registration and Other Services
Empowering Voters – Civic Education and Engagement

Day Two – Saturday November 15
We will focus on our advocacy programs and how action influences policy at the local, state, and national levels. Sessions cover these topics:

Montgomery County Government – Guide to County Executive/Legislative Branches
Developing Policy Positions – Our Study and Consensus Process
Advocacy at the Local/State/National Level

Why should I attend?

A great opportunity to meet and engage with LWVMC members on current issues and how LWVMC addresses current opportunities and challenges. Session speakers include current LWVMC leaders and some long-time members. You will meet other new and current accomplished, civically engaged members participating in the workshops.
Gain a better understanding of LWVMC goals, structure, and operations and the relationship between Leagues at the local, state, and national levels.
Learn how to become more involved in the LWVMC activities and action that matter most to you, including leadership role opportunities.