WHO ARE THE MEMBERS?
Membership in the League of Women Voters, the most respected and effective grassroots organization in the country, is open to men and women of all ages. Our members make a visible difference by serving as community leaders using their experience to create positive, lasting change in our communities.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN?
Through participation in League projects, you will: contribute valuable service to the community gain knowledge and experience through the study and discussion of timely and important topics discover new interests, develop new skills and learn about crucial issues in your community make professional contacts and develop lasting friendships as you meet others in League who […]
WHAT DO I GET?
You automatically become a member of the Nassau County Inter-League Organization, LWV New York and LWV of the United States. You will receive their publications. You will have the knowledge that you are adding your voice to a powerful force of members from all 50 states, Washington DC, the Virgin Islands, and Hong Kong.
HOW MUCH TIME DOES IT TAKE?
It’s up to you! Many members choose to support the League only with their annual dues. Your membership alone gives us the political influence needed to build a voice for citizens and a force for change. We cover a broad spectrum of issues and concerns; you may choose to become involved in one or more […]
OUR HISTORY
The League of Women Voters of the Nassau County, first organized in 1920s, is one of the three Inter-League Organizations in NYS. Thus, the LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF NASSAU COUNTY emerged, not as a directive from state and national Leagues, but at the instigation of local Leagues and their members, seeking to form a […]
VOTE 411: ELECTRONIC VOTER GUIDE
The electronic voter guide, Vote 411, has gone live in some communities. Check back daily as local Leagues are adding information on more candidates and races. Not all have gone live yet so keep checking. Click here for the QR to reach Vote 411 on smartphones and tablets. Go to www.vote411.org to enter your address and see the […]
ELECTION 2014
DEADLINES: Apply for absentee ballot in person by Monday, November 3, 2014 Apply for absentee ballot by mail: postmarked by Tuesday, October 28, 2014 Deliver ballot in person by Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Deliver ballot by mail: postmarked by Monday, November 3, 2014; received by Wednesday, November 12, 2014. NEW! Vote 411: Electronic Voter Guide is LIVE […]
Donate to the League
Please consider donating to LWVNC or follow the links to a local League in Nassau County to become active in and support your local League.
Our Mission
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. We never support or oppose any political party or candidate. We study public issues and take stands on them so that we can support or oppose ballot measures, proposed laws […]
Visions, Beliefs and Intentions
The goal of the League of Women Voters is to empower citizens to shape better communities worldwide. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political membership organization which: Acts after study and member agreement to achieve solutions in the public interest on key community issues at all government levels Builds citizen participation in the […]