Description: The League of Women Voters of California (LWVC) is a nonpartisan, member-led civic organization and the state affiliate of the national League of Women Voters. LWVC works to encourage informed and active participation in government, provide nonpartisan voter education and candidate information, conduct studies on public policy, and advocate for policies that expand and protect democratic participation. Type: Non-profit, nonpartisan civic organization (state-level membership organization and advocacy group) Policies: Typically pursues policies related to voting rights and election administration (voter registration, access, redistricting, and ballot integrity), campaign finance transparency, government accountability and open records, civic engagement and voter education, and takes researched positions on related public-policy areas such as education, environment, and consumer protection. Funding: Primarily funded by member dues and individual donations, supplemented by foundation grants, fundraising events, and program service revenue. Affiliates: League of Women Voters of the United States; League of Women Voters Education Fund; and numerous local and county League chapters across California (e.g., Los Angeles, San Francisco, Alameda County Leagues).
