League of Women Voters Greater Peoria
EMPOWERING VOTERS. DEFENDING DEMOCRACY.
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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation, at the local, state, and national levels.
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League Updates
Coming up! Shine On Democracy Rally 6/28
🗓 Saturday, June 28, 2025
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Universalist Unitarian Church - 3000 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL 61604
Join us for an inspiring Shine on Democracy Rally as we amplify civic engagement and community action! Hear from a dynamic lineup of speakers covering important topics from civic responsibility to climate, agriculture, healthcare, and social services.
Featured Speakers
Connie Romanus
President Emeritus, LWV Greater Peoria Board of Directors
Topic: How to Take Action
Brian Walder
Meteorologist, WEEK News
Topic: Climate & NOAA
Michael Gill
Farmer and University of Illinois Agriculture Graduate
Topic: Farming and Food Security
Nicole Stephens
Community Engagement Senior Manager, Heartland Health Services
Topic: Medicaid Access
Sharon Johnson
LIHEAP Program Manager, PCCEO
Topic: Energy Assistance Programs
Julie Bonar
President/CEO, Neighborhood House
Topic: Meals on Wheels and Senior Nutrition
🎉 This is a family-friendly event—come out and celebrate democracy, learn from community leaders, and discover ways you can make a difference.
🗓 Saturday, June 28, 2025
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Universalist Unitarian Church - 3000 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL 61604
Join us for an inspiring Shine on Democracy Rally as we amplify civic engagement and community action! Hear from a dynamic lineup of speakers covering important topics from civic responsibility to climate, agriculture, healthcare, and social services.
Featured Speakers
Connie Romanus
President Emeritus, LWV Greater Peoria Board of Directors
Topic: How to Take Action
Brian Walder
Meteorologist, WEEK News
Topic: Climate & NOAA
Michael Gill
Farmer and University of Illinois Agriculture Graduate
Topic: Farming and Food Security
Nicole Stephens
Community Engagement Senior Manager, Heartland Health Services
Topic: Medicaid Access
Sharon Johnson
LIHEAP Program Manager, PCCEO
Topic: Energy Assistance Programs
Julie Bonar
President/CEO, Neighborhood House
Topic: Meals on Wheels and Senior Nutrition
🎉 This is a family-friendly event—come out and celebrate democracy, learn from community leaders, and discover ways you can make a difference.
Shine On Democracy Rally 4/26
The League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria held the Shine on Democracy Rally in April. See images below and CLICK HERE to watch the live recording of the event!
Speakers included:
Connie Romanus, LWVGP Board President
Kathy Cortez: Voting Rights
Laurie Bergner: Immigration
Becky Doubleday: Public Funding for Radio/TV
Wayne Cannon: Food Insecurity, and Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright: Arts & Humanities.
They spoke about non-partisan issues affecting the Central Illinois communities in response to the current government's chaos in Washington. The League is a non-partisan issues oriented, volunteer, member directed organization committed to open, responsive and effective government brought about by informed, involved citizens with membership open to both men and women in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.
The League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria held the Shine on Democracy Rally in April. See images below and CLICK HERE to watch the live recording of the event!
Speakers included:
Connie Romanus, LWVGP Board President
Kathy Cortez: Voting Rights
Laurie Bergner: Immigration
Becky Doubleday: Public Funding for Radio/TV
Wayne Cannon: Food Insecurity, and Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright: Arts & Humanities.
They spoke about non-partisan issues affecting the Central Illinois communities in response to the current government's chaos in Washington. The League is a non-partisan issues oriented, volunteer, member directed organization committed to open, responsive and effective government brought about by informed, involved citizens with membership open to both men and women in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties.
Ways to Get Involved
Volunteer on a Committe
Are you passionate about Making Democracy Work? Joining a committee is a great way to get involved and engage with others in our community.
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Join a Program Study
Each year during annual Program Planning, LWVGP determines areas of local priority for the year and may vote to start a Program Study for a specific issue.
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Attend an Event
From monthly meetings to candidate forums, we have a full range of events to fit all the different interests. Come to one or all of them!
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Become an Observer
Observers play a key role in our mission by attending local government meetings and providing reports to keep the community informed.
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Provide Voter Services
We are dedicated to expanding and protecting the right to vote, and ensuring that elections remain fair and accessible.
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