Welcome to the League of Women Voters of Portland

The League of Women Voters of Portland is a nonpartisan political organization that promotes informed and active participation in government.  Membership is open to all, men and women, who are interested in learning how the government operates and have a desire to make a difference.

Visit our Pressroom to see recent media coverage of our activities.

Trusted, Nonpartisan, Grassroots Leadership

The League of Women Voters of Portland is the organization where hands-on work to safeguard democracy leads to civic improvement.  Our members are men and women who create positive, lasting change in our community. 

League members act as the eyes and ears of the public

Because we have studied government policy carefully, we offer effective and knowledgeable input to improve the public decision-making process. We stand for responsible, responsive, efficient and representative government, as well as for protection of the right to vote for every citizen.

When the League speaks, our voice is respected

	Decision-makers know we have done our homework and offer an important and balanced perspective. League members monitor and take action on many public policy issues, including:
	Urban renewal financing Campaign finance reform Land use planning Police oversight Neighborhood associations Affordable housing

The League works to educate citizens

The League of Women Voters is nonpartisan. We do not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Rather, our activities encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government—not only at election time, but all year long.

In Spring 2010 we have: Registered new voters at monthly Naturalization Ceremonies Produced a nonpartisan Voters' Guide for the May 2010 Primary Election Sponsored candidate forums for Portland City Commission Positions 2 & 3, Metro Council President, Metro Council District 1, Supreme Court Justice Position 5, Multnomah County Chair, Sheriff and Council Position 1 Organized public meetings on Equity in Portland School Districts

90th LWV Anniversary Celebration (1920-2010)

In 2010, we celebrate the founding of the League of Women Voters and the ratification of the 19th Amendment. Read more about the LWV Portland celebrations.