Making Democracy Work

Making Democracy Work

The League of Women Voters of Louisville (LWVL) encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Membership in the League is open to men and women of all ages. For more information, visit http://www.lwvlouisville.org

2012-2013 Priority Study Issues for the Louisville League

The League studies important issues with plans for taking consensus on action positions. This year the Louisville League plans two studies

  • Civics Education in Kentucky ( as part of the Kentucky LWV study)

  • The Next Steps in a study of Equity and Effectiveness of Discipline Alternative Schools in Jefferson County Public Schools

Action for Promoting Democracy

The League takes action on the positions it has already studied via advocacy and education. Priority Action issues include

  • Advocacy with the public and the legislature for clean energy and energy efficiency

  • Action and Advocacy on Campaign Financing, the effects of money in elections

  • Protection and expansion of voting by all American citizens

Election Information You Need!

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