Join the League

If you want to develop a better grasp of how we govern ourselves and to work for changes at the ward, city, state, or national level, join the League of Women Voters of Chicago.

The League is now active in all 50 states, but it was founded right here in Chicago on February 14, 1920, almost half a year before women won the right to vote, to prepare women to become informed and engaged citizens.

People of all genders are welcome. You can participate in our work as much or as little as your schedule allows. Add your voice and experience to our 100+ year-old organization.

There are many ways to get involved in LWV Chicago

• Meet monthly in our Neighborhood Units

• Work in League Committees

• Plan and staff voter registration drives

• Train as debate and informational forum moderators

• Educate yourself and the public about City of Chicago issues

• Meet with alderpersons and other City of Chicago officials to advocate for beneficial change

• Give talks, draft statements, give testimony, write letters to the editor, conduct interviews

• Keep informed through our weekly email updates

Where do my membership dues go?

When you join the League of Women Voters of Chicago, you also become a member the League of Women Voters of Illinois (LWVIL) and the League of Women Voters of the United States (LWVUS). As such, a portion of your dues also goes to these organizations.

Members of LWV Chicago are also automatically members of LWV Cook County (LWVCC), LWV Lake Michigan Region (LWVLMR), and LWV Upper Mississippi River Region (LWVUMRR).

If you have questions or comments, contact membership@lwvchicago.org or 312-939-5949.