LWVGE members register new citizens at the recent naturalization ceremony at Cantigny on November 10th
Thank you to our members who registered new citizens at the recent naturalization ceremony at Cantigny on 11/10/25. Over 76 citizens from 31 different country were naturalized.
Margaret DeLaRosa Sworn in as State Representative District 42
Margaret DeLaRosa has been sworn in as State Representative for District 42 to fill out term vacated by Terra Costa Howard.
Update: LWVGE is Marching in the Fourth of July Parade
The LWVGE will be marching in the 4th of July Parade in downtown Glen Ellyn. Please come and join us!
LWVGE Statement Regarding Exclusion from 2025 Fourth of July Parade
The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn (LWVGE) is deeply troubled by the Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Parade Committee’s decision to deny our organization entry into this year’s community parade. CONTINUE READING FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Dr. Sania Irwin Receives Commendation
Congratulations to Glen Ellyn's own Sania Irwin, receiving a commendation on the floor of the congress today from Congresswoman Delia Ramirez
Civic Betterment Committee Election Results
The results from the Nov 2 Civic Betterment Committee (CBC) election are as follows:
LWVGE Statement regarding Village of Glen Ellyn Town Hall election concerns
The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn was alerted to an incident of one of the candidates running for Village Trustee being intimidated by a village resident to withdraw their name from consideration at the upcoming town meeting. This behavior is unacceptable and has no place in our community. It was plain and simple an attempt to influence the outcome of the town meeting. Instead of interfering, we should be thanking all of these candidates for stepping up and volunteering to serve our community in local government. CONTINUE READING FOR MORE INFORMATION.
High School Mock Elections for 4,259 Students!
3425 high school students participated in Mock Elections at GB West, GB South and GB East the last week in October. Prior to voting, students viewed our video, “How to Vote in DuPage County” and reviewed a document on referendums. Fifteen LWVGE volunteers, many of whom worked multiple shifts, checked students in, distributed ballots, directed students to voting booths and then to a mock ballot box.
LWVGE Supports Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Referendum
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Referendum is on your ballot. The LWVGE supports a yes vote. Learn more at dupageforest.org/referendum2024
Permanent Early Voting Dates & Locations in DuPage County
Permanent Early Voting Locations in DuPage County available Monday, October 21 - November 4,2024 for the General Election. Read for more information on locations.
League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn Recognizes Members with Special Awards
Awards presented April 2024 at the Annual Meeting. Glen Ellyn, Illinois--Since the year 2000, the League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn (LWVGE) has recognized outstanding volunteer efforts from among its hundreds of members with an annual awards program. Selected by committee from nominations submitted by the members, the most recent awards were bestowed upon the recipient during the LWVGE’s 2023-24 annual meeting.
Video Voter Guide
In one spot -- videos of candidates for both local elections, the Nov 5th general as well as the Nov 2 Town Hall election for Glen Ellyn Village President and Trustees. Check it out today and become an informed voter!
lwvge.org/video-voter-guide
Civic Betterment Committee
Join the LWVGE Communications Team as a Volunteer Web Designer!
Are you ready to learn new skills and make a difference in your community? We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer to join our Communications Team as a Squarespace Web Designer!
Moderated Candidate Forum for Congressional Districts and DuPage Countywide Positions
Miss the recent Moderated Candidate Forum for Congressional Districts and DuPage Countywide Positions? You can watch it here in its entirety!
Candidate Forum: DuPage District 4 - County Board & Forest Preserve District
Miss the recent candidate forum at Glen Ellyn Historical Society? You can watch it in its entirety here!
Meet the “How to Vote in DuPage County” Video Volunteers!
We extend a heartfelt thank you to all the incredible volunteers who contributed to the "How to Vote in DuPage County" video!
Pictured from left to right: Joyce Beck, Ishanth Dontha, Barry Nelson, Miles Evans, Dave Evans, Erica Nelson, Barbara Kwiatkowsky, Melissa Nachman, and Karin Daly.
Special thanks also to Deb Hornell and Ivy Toth, who are not pictured, for their involvement. The video was made possible with voting equipment graciously provided by the DuPage County Election Division.
Community Meeting: Combating Election Subversion
In case you missed it, LWVGE hosted its September Community Meeting, “Combating Election Subversion,” on Thursday evening, September 19 at 7 pm. with guest speaker, Jared Davidson, of ProtectDemocracy.org.. View here for more information on this recent event.
National Voter Registration Day
Thanks to our soon-to-be-voters and our registrars for manning booths at our local high schools, COD and the GEPL!