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Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy

Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy A Panel Discussion The live panel discussion was held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Watch or Listen to the Panel Watch the recorded video of the discussion: Listen to the recorded podcast of the discussion: Watch the video replay on local television stations: About the Program As we confront this critical moment in our nation’s history, when voting rights, civil rights, and democracy itself are under siege, the mission of the League of Women Voters to empower voters and defend democracy is more vital than ever. What can League members and the community Read more

By Office Manager, ago

Media Lunch 2026

League members and guests are invited to our annual Media Lunch on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:30 a.m – 1:30 p.m. We will also celebrate the League’s 106th and Oregon’s 167th birthdays which fall on Valentine’s Day. Our topic this year will examine the current status and future opportunities of print journalism in Oregon. Panelists will discuss the role of print journalism as a tool for civic engagement and democracy. The panel includes: There will be time for socializing as well as for audience questions. This is a member event. Consider becoming a member today! Registration League members may register Read more

By Office Manager, ago

LWVPDX Letter to Bureau of Planning and Sustainability Staff on the Economic Opportunities Analysis and Columbia Corridor Industrial Lands Environmental Overlay Zone Project

The League expressed its support for maximum protection of natural areas, measures to protect livability in residential areas adjacent to industrial development, and investment in brownfield clean up, improving freight access, and infrastructure that supports job creation.  

By Office Manager, ago

Untangling City-County Services

Untangling City-County Services. A Panel Discussion The live panel discussion was held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7-8:30 p.m. Watch or listen to the panel Watch the recorded video of the discussion: Listen to podcast of the discussion: About the program In the second of our two-part series on Multnomah County, we will take a critical look at the overlapping city-county services that regularly rank as the most confusing and frustrating to Portlanders: homelessness, housing, and behavioral health. Our expert panelists offered their thoughts and answered your questions. Panel Speakers Our speakers come from the City of Portland, Multnomah County, and local Read more

By President Audrey, ago