Let’s discuss the state climate and environmental legislation that LWV Chicago will be advocating for in the 2025 legislative session.

Want to see effective plastic reduction policy in Chicago? Voice your support for legislation currently being considered in Springfield that would ban foam foodware and plastic bags.

Voice your opinion on Chicagoans’ voting experience and the top issues facing our elections! Your feedback will be used to help shape the agenda for the future of voting in Chicago and Illinois.

Americans do not need MORE obstacles to vote. Tell your members of Congress to oppose the SAVE Act.

For the first time in American history, the promise of true equality under the law is here. This decision carries the potential to shape a future where no one is denied their full rights or dignity based on their gender.

It’s time to champion voting rights in Illinois—the RACE Act (SB3482) will restore voting rights to individuals in prison and expand civics education within our correctional system.

LWV Chicago joins the nation in mourning the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, whose unwavering commitment to human rights, equality, and American democracy has left an indelible mark on our nation and the world.

We proudly stood alongside leaders from Vote Equality and Equal Means Equal in a protest at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. to call on President Biden to take decisive action to publish the ERA.

We took a trip to Washington DC for the 101st anniversary of the ERA being introduced into Congress, rallying in support of adding the ERA to the US Constitution.

We joined Alder Matt Martin and other grassroots organizations for a Southside Town Hall to discuss the Chicago Fair Elections Ordinance and how people can get involved.

In the United States, women are still not guaranteed equal rights. With just months left in office, we are urging President Biden to act to ensure that the Equal Rights Amendment is published. 

The Mahomet Aquifer is the sole source aquifer for nearly one million people in Central Illinois — and it is currently at risk. Tell your state senator and state representative to protect Illinoisans’ drinking water by passing SB3968/HB5874.

We hosted a meaningful discussion about election oversight with representatives from the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR).

We hosted an exciting workshop with the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, introducing Scouts from 1st through 8th grade to key concepts of democracy, voting, and elections.

Have questions about the November 5 Election? We explained voting processes and discussed what will be on Chicagoans’ ballots at our latest Briefing.

Becky Vevea, Bureau Chief for Chalkbeat Chicago, joined us to break down Chicago's new elected school board ahead of the November 2024 Election.

Early voting begins October 3, and sample ballots are available now. Check out the three statewide advisory questions you'll see on the ballot!

LWV Chicago is partnering with Election Protection, the coalition that ensures all voters have an equal opportunity to vote. Learn more about plans for the November election and how we can participate.

We joined Alder Matt Martin and other grassroots organizations for a Northside Town Hall discussing the Chicago Fair Elections Ordinance, a small dollar matching program that aims to increase participation in local elections.