News from LWVIL

We were recently joined by Diane Chang, former head of Election Integrity Product Strategy at Meta, to discuss the effect of social media and AI on elections. Watch the recording!

Wetlands are one of Illinois' greatest natural assets—we must take action to protect them! Watch this LWVIL webinar to learn more about how you can support the Wetlands Protection Act.

Explore gun violence through the lens of domestic violence and the social and economic circumstances that often lead to it. Let’s discuss reducing gun violence by addressing known risks.

While the constitution guarantees a right to free speech as a core tenet of democracy, mis- and disinformation pose an increasing threat to it. Learn why navigating a balance between the two is critical to maintaining open elections and preserving democratic processes.

Learn how Illinois can rise to the challenge of meeting the basic needs of a growing low-income population while also ensuring the safety and well-being of new arrivals by leveraging fiscal policy.

How do we prevent corruption in government? Featured speaker Dave McKinney explores why enshrining government transparency and accountability into law are solutions that matter.

This Earth Month, we encourage you to learn more about environmental threats facing our communities. Check out these four easy ways to engage with League resources and take action for the planet all month long.

We were recently joined by Matt Dietrich, public information officer of the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE), to discuss how Illinois keeps its elections secure. Watch the recording!

We strongly encourage Democrats and Republicans in the state legislature to come together on a bill that would strengthen the authority of an independent Legislative Inspector General. 

Last month, the League spoke out on environmental protection, criminal justice, and government transparency, and more.

We need a truly independent Legislative Inspector General in Illinois to restore public faith in Illinois state government. 

Last month, the League spoke out on immigration, fair housing, criminal justice, and more.

The Chicago Tribune recently published a letter to the editor by LWVIL President Becky Simon, calling for a coordinated and compassionate response to the current immigration crisis.