League of Women Voters Glen Ellyn, IL

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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LWVGE Kickoff Meeting at Lake Ellyn VOTE House
Sep 4
LWVGE Kickoff Meeting at Lake Ellyn VOTE House

Join us to celebrate League and the start of our new season on Thursday, Sept 4th at the VOTE House. Enjoy drinks, sweet treats, door prizes and special guest speaker. Friends interested in League? Bring them along!

Village Board Meeting
Sep 8
Village Board Meeting

All Village Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

DuPage County Board Meeting
Sep 9
DuPage County Board Meeting

All DuPage County Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

Defend Democracy Drop-in
Sep 9
Defend Democracy Drop-in

Join us for the next Defend Democracy Drop-In, Tuesday, September 9th, from 11:00 am - 12 pm at the B.R. Ryall YMCA.   We will take action on issues that matter to you. Please bring your phone, and a tablet/computer. 

This is democracy in action, so we hope to see you there!

Gun Violence Prevention Study Consensus Meeting (Members Only)
Sep 13
Gun Violence Prevention Study Consensus Meeting (Members Only)

LWVGE members are invited to participate in the LWVIL Gun Violence Prevention Study Consensus meeting. The LWVGE study team has reviewed 25 questions across five topic areas, compiling summaries of arguments for and against adopting the state’s proposed recommendations. The goal of the meeting is to reach consensus on these positions. No preparation is necessary, just come and participate in this important discussion.

Milton Township Board Meeting
Sep 18
Milton Township Board Meeting

All Milton Township Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

From Head Start to High School: Protecting Public Education
Sep 18
From Head Start to High School: Protecting Public Education

Hear from our expert panel of state and local level leaders engaged in shaping education in Illinois, as they discuss current threats to public education and what can be done to protect our schools, programs, faculty, students and families.

Village Board Meeting
Sep 22
Village Board Meeting

All Village Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

DuPage County Board Meeting
Sep 23
DuPage County Board Meeting

All DuPage County Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

Tea Time on the Prairie at COD Kirk Prairie
Oct 2
Tea Time on the Prairie at COD Kirk Prairie

Join other League members as we learn about ethnobotanical uses of plants and drink tea! Registration required.

Milton Township Board Meeting
Oct 16
Milton Township Board Meeting

All Milton Township Board Meetings are open to the public. Attend a meeting and learn about what issues and actions they are taking.

Happenings In The League

Happenings In The League
Update: LWVGE is Marching in the Fourth of July Parade
Update: LWVGE is Marching in the Fourth of July Parade

The LWVGE will be marching in the 4th of July Parade in downtown Glen Ellyn. Please come and join us!

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LWVGE Statement Regarding Exclusion from 2025 Fourth of July Parade
LWVGE Statement Regarding Exclusion from 2025 Fourth of July Parade

The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn (LWVGE) is deeply troubled by the Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Parade Committee’s decision to deny our organization entry into this year’s community parade. CONTINUE READING FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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Dr. Sania Irwin Receives Commendation
Dr. Sania Irwin Receives Commendation

Congratulations to Glen Ellyn's own Sania Irwin, receiving a commendation on the floor of the congress today from Congresswoman Delia Ramirez

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Election Info

Find key dates for registration, voting, and upcoming local candidate forums here! Make LWVGE your local election resource!