Our Mission
We are a non-partisan organization that encourages informed and active participation in all levels of government and works to increase understanding of major policy issues through education and advocacy.
Voter Engagement
We recognize and strive to eliminate barriers to participation in the election process, especially for first time voters, new citizens, and communities of color and low income.
Civic Education
An educated voter is a likely voter. By conducting forums, producing voter guides, and holding information sessions on a wide variety of issues, we promote active citizenship.
Check out our Civic Buzz programs.
Advocacy
While we are non-partisan, we are not without opinions. We arrive at positions through study and consensus and then act and advocate.
News + Events
Climate Committee
The newly formed Climate Committee was launched in late 2024. Initial projects include supporting the City in expanding organics recycling participation and studying environmental justice work in the City's designated Green Zones. Minneapolis defines Green Zones as communities that have been deeply affected by pollution, racism and other factors. Along with these initiatives, there are many areas the LWVMpls could focus on to push for climate change solutions in our metropolitan area. If you have a passion for being part of this work we would love to have you join us! Please contact Susan Hellstrom: [email protected]
Education Committee
The LWVMpls Education Committee was recently reactivated in 2024. The purpose for the committee is to explore and share information about the current status of the Minneapolis Public Schools in support of our established “Position for Action” as stated below:
Support of adequate financing, effective organization, responsive planning and continued improvement for the Minneapolis Public Schools with the goal of quality, integrated education for all.
One of the first goals for the work of the committee is to have members attend, observe and report on Minneapolis Public School Board (MPS) meetings. Becoming a part of the Education Committee and volunteering to be a School Board meeting observer will be a great way to enhance your involvement with the League of Women Voters of Minneapolis. For more information, contact Susan Woulfe, Education Committee Chair, [email protected].
Public Safety
The League of Women Voters of Minneapolis has studied public safety, developed positions for action, and continues to monitor and participate in activities in order to:
- Educate voters and
- Drive change
It is essential for all citizens to be informed and hold our public officials accountable to achieve the public safety the citizens of Minneapolis deserve.
Updates
- August 19, 2024: Updated Public Safety Report
- June 24, 2024: League letter to City Council in support of police contract
- April 16, 2024: Public Safety 2024: Beginning Steps on the Road to Reform
RESOURCES
- Consent Decree between the City and the Federal government, January 2025
- Implementation Progress Evaluation Plan, November 2024
- Minneapolis Safe and Thriving Communities Report, Harvard, July 2023
- Federal Department of Justice investigation report, June 2023
- Settlement Agreement between the City and the State, March 2023
- Minnesota Department of Human Rights investigation report, April 2022
What's Wrong with the Electoral College
With thanks to the LWV Edina for this powerful 30 minute presentation titled "What's Wrong with the Electoral College". Here's a presentation teaser...the electoral college origins trace back to slavery. The presentation includes strong statistical evidence that the electoral college suppresses all voices regardless of population density, state size or voter demographics. Six major problems created by the electoral college along with the popular myths surrounding it are identified. A compelling case is made for how moving to a direct popular vote for president can fix it. This is also a priority issue for LWVUS
Our Rich History
100 years and counting
League of Women Voters has a 100-year history of striving to make democracy work for all citizens. Its roots are in thesuffragist movement, but it quickly moved from the enfranchisement of women to take on the issues of the day – always in a non-partisan framework supported by volunteers.
Much has changed since 1919. LWV is inclusive of all gender identities, and non-citizens. The goals of supporting goodgovernment have remained the same, however. We invite youto explore League in its decade-by-decade work to promote civic engagement and strong communities.
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