Creating a more perfect democracy.
104 years strong.
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
Our Mission:
The League of Women Voters encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. LWV does not support or oppose any political party or candidate but does take — and always has taken — stands on issues its members have studied. The purpose is to create in citizens a sense of responsibility for their nation’s problems. Through research and advocacy, LWV seeks to encourage the informed citizen who actively participates in government.
What Does our League Do?
Administers nonpartisan voter registration
Provides trusted election information via Vote411 or VotesPA
Studies and provides information on timely, important topics such as
Juvenile justice and criminal justice reform
Gerrymandering (manipulating voting district boundaries)
Voter suppression and voter rights
Protecting clean water, air, and land
Fair funding and high standards for our schools
Advocates on various issues
Encourages the informed citizen to actively participate in government
Values diversity, equity, and inclusion
Have you ever thought about:
Getting more involved in your community?
Working to solve problems and shape public policy?
Becoming better informed about issues that matter?
Then consider joining one of the country’s oldest and most respected grassroots advocacy organizations. By joining the League of Women Voters of Harrisburg, you will automatically become a member at the state and national levels of the League and receive the national and state newsletters and other publications, action alerts, invitations to League events, and more!
Join Today. Membership is open to everyone age 16 and older.
Looking for your polling place or ballot information?
Visit Vote411 , VotesPA or our Resources page for more info.
BREAKING NEWS:
FROM PARTNER NON-PARTISAN ORGANIZATIONS:
REPEAL CLOSED PRIMARIES
Sponsored by the Committee of Seventy, BallotPA is a growing coalition of civic, community and business organizations committed to ensuring independents in Pennsylvania have the right to vote in primary elections. Watch here.