VISION, BELIEFS AND INTENTIONS

Our goal is to empower citizens to shape better communities.  We are a nonpartisan political membership organization, which: Advocates the exercise of citizenship responsibilities. Builds and expands citizen participation in the democratic process. Educates the public about the relationship between the vote and responsive and accountable government. Acts after study and member agreement to achieve solutions in the public interest on key community issues at all government levels. Engages communities in promoting positive solutions to public policy issues through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters Education Fund is a nonpartisan public policy educational organization which: Builds citizen participation in the democratic process for all ages. Studies key community issues at all government levels in an unbiased manner. Enables people to seek positive solutions to public policy issues through education and conflict management. We believe in: Respect for individuals. The value of diversity. The empowerment of the grassroots; both within the League and in communities. We will: Act with trust, integrity and professionalism. Operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of those we serve, both members and the public. Take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership. Commit to being a force for positive change. Engage civic partners to "Make Democracy Work".