LWVSPA

League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area

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League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area

League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area

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About Us

Empowering Voters.
Defending Democracy.

We are the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area (LWVSPA), a nonpartisan organization that encourages participation in government, works to increase understanding of public policy issues, and influences policy through education and advocacy.

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Learn how to lobby for the issues that matter most to you and make your voice heard by elected officials.

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Getting involved with an action team is a great way to connect with other members. All are welcome.

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Democracy Is Not A Spectator Sport

The League of Women Voters takes action on an issue after developing a position through study and consensus. We then advocate for policies, legislation, and ballot measures which we believe will serve the public interest.

The League of Women Voters is making a difference in St. Petersburg with
our Voter Services and Issue-Based Advocacy.

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Get Ready to Vote

We are dedicated to ensuring that all eligible voters – particularly those from traditionally underrepresented communities – have the opportunity and information to exercise their right to vote. We also support the Census and the National Popular Vote.

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Stand for Social Justice

We are focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion inside and outside of our organization while advocating for issues such as reproductive rights, gun safety, sustainability, food politics, and international relations.

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Get the FACTS on Reproductive Rights

Reproductive rights and healthcare access are under attack in Florida and across the United States. Learn more about how you can help educate our community about reproductive justice and the importance of healthcare access.

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Legacy & Successes

The League of Women Voters, founded by leaders of the women’s suffrage movement in 1920, has a long history of grassroots activism and shaping public policy.

We’ve launched campaigns supporting the United Nations, the ERA, presidential debates, voter registration, election reform, elimination of gerrymandering, and many more. We empower women and men to be educated voters and advocates.

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Celebrating the tenure and leadership of President Emeritus Dr. Julie Kessel (left) with the Making Democracy Work award

Current and past presidents pose with members at the 2020 Suffragist Shuffle

Virginia Burnside, the first woman elected to St. Petersburg City Council in 1920 and League leader

400+ Members

Our chapter continues to grow in strength and numbers, averaging 400+ members. Last year, our volunteers donated 3,000 hours of their time to empower voters and defend democracy in St. Petersburg.

100+ Years

In 2020, we celebrated the 100 year anniversary of the League of Women Voters. Just as we fought for women’s suffrage a century ago, we continue to fight for enfranchisement for all.

200K Grant Funding

Over the past three years, our chapter’s acquired almost $200,000 in grant funding to research civic engagement in St. Petersburg, advance social justice efforts in our community, and support our voter services in neighborhoods with low voter turnout.

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