There’s a place for you in the League of Women Voters of Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Area.
Program, Action and Advocacy: Tasks related to local, state and national League positions on a host of issues--participate in an interest group, research LWVIL and LWVUS positions, assist with the development of a public community program, study issues to create change and shape public policy, and secure moderators or guest speaker(s) and venues.
Voter Services: Voter registration, candidate forums, poll watching and election judges. Help post voting information on social media, contact community organizations, and facilitate communication about voting procedures and locations.
Communications: Event publicity (virtual and in-person), social media posts, photos, newsletters, graphic design, PowerPoint slides, and member communications (e.g., email alerts). Create website content, prepare videos, and host video conferencing meetings.
Volunteer Services: Support attendance of in-person and virtual meetings with members and the public. Identify logistical and personnel needs associated with in-person events (e.g., registration table, décor, food), scheduling of time slots and number of volunteers, and dissemination of event information.
Observer of Local Government: Attend LWV training and become a certified Observer of local governmental units including city/village councils, boards and commissions in Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Lake County. Share objective reports with our League in a timely manner that provide transparency and “sunshine” related to local government meetings.
Membership: Recruit new and prospective members, serve as a “buddy” to a new member, participate in outreach and retention of members, and support the membership renewal and retention process through in-person and virtual events.
Fundraising: Support the annual fundraiser, participate in community outreach to potential sponsors/donors, coordinate activities with Board members, communicate with potential personal and corporate donors, and investigate grant opportunities.
Social Events: Help coordinate in-person or virtual social activities and events with other committees. Coordinate with Communications Director and Treasurer for publicity, logistics, and contracts. Assist with preparation of reports to the Board.
Technology: Assist with the creation of website graphics, design page layouts, photos and videos, and host audio/video conferencing meetings. Assist with maintaining the website and updating content in consultation with the Director of Technology. Educate members who seek to learn or enhance tech skills related to our activities and website.