The League of Women Voters of Cortland County (LWVCC) is a non-partisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government. We influence public policy through education and advocacy.
Since the 1950s, the League has been active in the Cortland community.
We continue to have two separate and distinct roles: Voter Services/Citizen Education and Action/Advocacy.
The League presents nonpartisan information about elections, the voting process, and issues. We register voters and inform voters when and where to vote.
The League studies issues, develops nonpartisan positions and then advocTabling ates for or against particular policies in the public interest. We collaborate with other nonpartisan organizations with similar goals.
Membership in the League of Women Voters Cortland County is open to all!
We are an inclusive group where anyone, age 16 or over, is eligible and welcome to join.
Member Meetings take place on the first Monday of each month at the CNY Living History Center. All meetings are open to the public and we hope you will join us for dinner and/or a relevant speaker, presentation and/or discussion. You can learn more about our Member meetings here.
Board Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month on Zoom. All LWVCC members are invited to attend and participate. Only Board Members can vote.
Members have the opportunity to get involved in one or more of our League's committees. Learn more here to see which committee interests you.
The League is often doing outreach and education at community events and hosts events including candidate forums and discussions with elected officials. Learn more about our voter outreach here.
Every year, we sponsor students to go to Albany to attend a weeklong event. We also sponsor the Alice A. Walker Award and host a dinner and award ceremony. Learn more here.