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Empowering Voters.  Defending Democracy.

Democracy is not a spectator sport, it's a participatory event.

If we don't participate in it, it ceases to be a democracy.

 

 

League of Women Voters of Henry County, Indiana

Welcome. The League of Women Voters of Henry County is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. We influence public policy through education and advocacy.

 

 

 

Guiding Policies

 

Nonpartisan Policy 
The League of Women Voters (LWV), a nonpartisan organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The LWV is political in that members take action on public policy positions established through member study and agreement at the national, state, and local levels. The League never supports or opposes any political party or any candidate.

The LWV believes that members should be encouraged to seek and accept elective or appointive office in government. Recognizing that the League experience uniquely equips members for public life and wishing to encourage members to utilize their knowledge and abilities, non-board members are urged to participate fully in party activities (on an individual basis). 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy 
LWV is an organization fully committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in principle and in practice. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the organization’s current and future success in engaging all individuals, households, communities, and policy makers in creating a more perfect democracy.

There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, gender identity, ethnicity, race, native or indigenous origin, age, generation, sexual orientation, culture, religion, belief system, marital status, parental status, socioeconomic status, language, accent, ability status, mental health, educational level or background, geography, nationality, work style, work experience, job role function, thinking style, personality type, physical appearance, political perspective or affiliation and/or any other characteristic that can be identified as recognizing or illustrating diversity.



                                                                              

                                         Please Note:We are Nonpartisan, Not Neutral 

Remaining nonpartisan does not mean staying silent. When democracy itself is under threat, when voter access is restricted, or when misinformation spreads, we have a responsibility to speak out.


On April 17, 2025, LWV CEO Celina Stewart and President Dianna Wynn released the following statement: 

“From the flagrant disregard for congressional authority and governmental checks and balances to defying Supreme Court orders...one thing is abundantly clear: our country is in a constitutional crisis.   

 

"We the people must fight back. That is why the League of Women Voters is launching a powerful new initiative, Unite and Rise 8.5.” 


Through Unite and Rise 8.5, we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy. 

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Read about the Big Beautiful Budget Bill. How will it impact you, your family, and your community?

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Contact your representative and senators. Hold them accountable:

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The League of Women Voters CEO, Celina Stewart: Vote-by-mail is secure, accurate, and trusted by millions of voters — including older adults, military members, rural communities, tribal communities, voters of color, and voters with disabilities. Vote-by-mail has proven to expand voter participation in recent elections. 


Please read the full statement.


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The SAVE Act is a bill before the US Senate that, if passed, would require all voters to provide documentary proof of citizenship—such as a passport or birth certificate with a photo ID—every time they register or update their registration. The SAVE Act could prevent tens of millions of eligible citizens from voting. It is time to act.


Contact Your Senators

VOTE411 Is your online guide to
Voting information

Register to vote.  Find information about the candidates on your ballot. Learn about early voting options and locate polling centers.

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Urge Your Members of Congress to Pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.


We need a fully restored VRA to defend our democracy and protect the freedom to vote. The JLVRAA is needed to fully restore and modernize the VRA and ensure that discriminatory voting policies are stopped in their tracks.


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Urge Congress to Address the Climate Crisis and Protect Our Youth.



Do not let future generations inherit the climate crisis. Urge your Members of Congress to cosponsor the Children’s Fundamental Rights and Recovery Resolution to address climate change and protect our youth’s rights and future. 


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Inequality hurts everyone.

Tell Congress That Equality Belongs in the Constitution.


The ERA has met all ratification requirements. It is time Congress acts to publish the ERA.


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