​Founded in 1920, the League of Women Voters (League) is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that derives its strength from the energy and commitment of its members and supporters nationwide.  The League focuses on protecting voting rights for all and educating voters about elections and the voting process. The League 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.  The goal of the League is to empower citizens to shape better communities worldwide.

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The League never supports or opposes any political party or candidate for elective office. The League does, however, take positions on matters of public policy and takes action on selected matters of government concern that its membership has studied.

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The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island (LWVRI) is a 501(c)(4) organization that is active and involved at the state level.  It strives to promote and defend a healthy democracy and support its members and local leagues to do the same. 

 

The League of Women Voters of South County (LWVSC) is a local chapter of the League of Women Voters of Rhode Island (LWVRI) and the League ofWomen Voters of the United States (LWVUS).