Topic: The Budget Bill Passed by US Congress on May 22, 2025

Come and learn what is in the budget bill and how to make your voice heard. Please bring your phone, tablet and/or laptop. We will be sharing resources, discussing topics and taking action on issues that matter to you.

This is democracy in action, so we hope to see you there!

Topic: Protecting Voting Rights! We will be discussing the impact of the SAVE Act, and the LWVUS lawsuit against the recent executive order, which could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters. Please bring a phone, tablet or computer so that you can learn how to engage with our elected officials about these important issues. This is Democracy in Action, looking forward to seeing you there!

All members are invited to our Annual Meeting. We will gather with friends, recognize our award winners, and vote on the future direction we will take as we continue our mission of empowering voters and defending our democracy!

Let’s learn more about a threat to our environment and our health and how we are combatting it! Plan to join us on Thursday, April 17 for “Plastic Pollution: Turning the Tide.” This meeting is set for 6:45 pm at SCARCE, 800 S. Rohlwing Rd., Unit D, in Addison. (Near the intersection of North Ave. and Rte. 53.)

Topic: Highlight resources you can use to engage with your public officials and members of Congress!

The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn will host a series of Candidate Forums and a Candidate Meet and Greet on March 22nd, before the Consolidated Election on April 1st, at Glenbard South High School, 23W200 Butterfield Rd., Glen Ellyn

Join us for an informative workshop to learn communication techniques to help connect with those who hold a different viewpoint than you, with the goal of promoting civility.

Save the date for the official LWVGE consensus meeting to craft our input to LWVUS regarding the Federal Judiciary Study. Make your voice heard!

March’s Defend Democracy Drop-in’s Topic: Preparation for the upcoming LWV Federal Judiciary Study Consensus Meeting on Saturday, March 15th, 9:30-11:30am at the Glen Ellyn Public Library.

Our next selection is Oath and Honor A Memoir and a Warning by Liz Cheney. If you want more information, please email info@lwvge.org

February’s Defend Democracy Drop-in’s Topic: Preparation for the upcoming LWV Federal Judiciary Study Consensus Meeting on Saturday, March 15th, 9:30-11:30am at the Glen Ellyn Public Library.

Get briefed! Join the League of Women Voters of Illinois for our annual look at current issues. Learn from experts and be prepared to advocate for change in your community and state.

Hey LWVGE, Let’s Flex our Democracy Muscles! Time again for the important task ahead: Program Planning.

In person. SAVE THE DATE! More info to come!

Defend Democracy Drop-In

Glen Ellyn Public Library. January’s topic: Self-care, Engagement, and Influencing Policy

Prepare to defend democracy in 2025! We are kicking off the new year with a session dedicated to intentional actions of self-care, engagement and influencing policy. Group moderators will lead us in stress moderating exercises, promote the power of engagement, and share opportunities for you to influence policy on issues you care about via League.

Bring your phone and your laptop/tablet and spend an hour defending democracy.

Hope to see you there!