New Member Orientation
Saturday, Jan. 20

Meet our dynamic members and learn about the League's key issues.

Find out how you can become active and effective as a member of the League.

The event starts with a light lunch at 12:15 p.m. and includes a presentation and Q&A.

5101 NW 21st Ave., Suite 450, Fort Lauderdale.

RSVP Prospective members welcome!



Help the League raise funds for materials to educate voters about the 2018 elections and get out the vote.

We ask a minimum donation of $10 for those attending -- and you'll get one glass of wine, beer or a cocktail plus appetizers. 

Bring a friend. It's a perfect way to introduce new people to the League. 

Meet interesting people and enjoy good conversation. 

Reserve a spot today. Your donation will be taken at the door. (Bring cash or checks.) 
 


We Need Your Voice!
Join Us at a Speakers Bureau
Training Session
 
In 2018, we anticipate many requests for knowledgeable speakers who can make LWVBC educational or advocacy presentations to community groups.  If you are interested in joining the Speakers Bureau as a speaker or speaker's assistant, we invite you to attend a training session.
 
We will offer two training sessions:
 
  • When: Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m. or
                    Feb. 3 at 10 a.m.
  • Where: League Office - 5101 NW 21st Ave., Suite 450, Fort Lauderdale
 
If interested, please contact Carol Smith (Speakers Bureau Chair) at:
 


Everyone Has a Stake in Public Education
 
Please consider joining and taking a leadership role in the League's Education Committee.  We need your voice to support a strong and equitable public education system.
 
The League opposes unchecked growth of charters, vouchers, and excessive high-stakes testing.  But more importantly, we believe in strengthening - not abandoning our public-school system:
  • We believe public education delivers the greatest good to the greatest number.
  • We believe public schools are the cornerstone of democracy and pluralism.
  • We believe public schools are the mortar of coherent and healthy communities.
  • We believe in public school and community collaboration.
  • We believe student achievement should be determined by multiple and varied assessments.
  • We believe in student-centered learning (active rather than passive).
  • We believe in teacher accountability and professionalism via collaboration and teacher leadership.
  • We believe in fiscal responsibility and transparency of and for taxpayers.
  Everyone has a stake in making sure our public-school system is protected.
  • Contact Joanne Aye for more information:
  • jayeaye@gmail.com

Broward Charter Review Commission
Next meeting January 10
 
The League of Women Voters of Broward County supports changing the Broward County Charter to allow for a county-wide elected mayor.
 
So far, the Charter Review Commission has failed to put this question on the November 2018 general election ballot so that voters can decide.  The full CRC will meet Jan. 10 to again consider the issue. 
 
Plan to attend the next CRC meeting and let your voice be heard.
 
When:  Jan. 10 , 1 p.m.
Where:  Broward County Governmental Center - Room 430
            115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33301


National Popular Vote Interstate Compact 
Register for an informational webinar

The League of Women Voters of Florida has recently added the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact as a legislative priority. 

The LWVFL applauds Rep. Joseph Geller  for filing HB 367 which, if passed, would allow Florida to join the states that have already enacted the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. The Compact is designed to ensure election of the President and Vice President of the United States by popular vote.

States signing onto the Compact agree to instruct their electors to vote for the candidate who wins the national popular vote. If enacted by Florida, the Compact would have 194 of the 270 electoral votes needed to activate the Compact.


Learn more by registering for an informational webinar.  
  • When: Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018 - from 6:30 - 7:30.




Mark Your Calendar  for January events


Tuesday, Jan. 9 - Opening of 60-day 2018 Florida Legislative Session.

Tuesday, Jan. 9 - City of Fort Lauderdale Candidate Forum. 6:30 p.m. Candidates for mayor and commission will speak in a forum sponsored by Council of Fort Lauderdale Civic Association. City Hall Commission Chambers, 100 North Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 

Tuesday, Jan. 16 - City of Fort Lauderdale primary election

Saturday, Jan. 20, 9:30 a.m. LWVBC Board meeting