Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.

We are the League of Women Voters of Sarasota County, a nonpartisan grassroots organization that encourages participation in government, works to increase understanding of public policy issues, and influences policy through education and advocacy.

Democracy Is Not a Spectator Sport

The League of Women Voters takes action on issues after developing a position through study and consensus. We then advocate for policies, legislation, and ballot measures which we believe will serve the public interest.

On the state level, we helped collect over a million signatures to get Amendment 4 on the ballot. In SRQ, we spoke out to stop an inexperienced consulting firm, with ties to Hillsdale College, from designing the curriculum for our public schools.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Up until now, the LWVUS has not had a position on the federal judiciary.
At the LWVUS 2024 Convention, delegates voted to proceed with a study on the federal judiciary. The study's purpose includes, but is not limited to, addressing concerns and clarifying judicial accountability, transparency, independence, and ethics. The scope addresses the Supreme Court as well as the other Article III federal courts.

As a LWVSRQ member, you will have the opportunity to contribute to this study and ultimately to the position that the LWVUS adopts!
You will be alerted as more information is available and dates are announced for the following events:

NATIONAL TOWN HALL ON THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY
Hear from leading experts on this work, pose questions, and get information about the federal judiciary.
LWVSRQ MEETING TO ARRIVE AT CONSENSUS ON LWVUS' RESEARCH BASED QUESTIONS.
To participate you will need to be a member!
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EXPLORE THE ISSUES

HELP PROTECT AND EXPAND
VOTING RIGHTS
The League of Women Votersbpromotes electoral reforms that make voting easy, equitable, and effective at expressing the public will through election results.
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GUARANTEE REPRODUCTIVE FREEDOM IN FLORIDA
“We are dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have the right to make decisions about their own bodies and have access to the reproductive healthcare they need.”
--Debbie Chandler, Esq. LWVFL co-president.
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ADVOCATE FOR STRONG PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Recent legislation has had a chilling effect on classroom discussion and teacher morale in the state of Florida.
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OUR LEGACY

We believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. The League of Women Voters, founded by leaders of the women’s suffrage movement in 1920, has a long history of grassroots activism and shaping public policy.

Today the League supports diversity, equity and inclusion in membership, programming, and advocacy.
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You Can Make A Difference!

The League of Women Voters of Sarasota County is a dynamic, nonpartisan, volunteer organization that depends on the talents and drive of its members.

Are you ready to impact change in our community?

You’ll be amazed by what we have accomplished in Sarasota County. And with your time and talent, we can do even more!

"There never will be complete equality until women themselves help to make laws and elect lawmakers."
Susan B. Anthony