News/Press
Crisis Demands Compassion
The Chicago Tribune published a letter to the editor by LWVIL President Becky Simon on January 19, calling for a coordinated and compassionate response to the current immigration crisis. Read the letter here.
Register to Vote Online
Curious how you can register to vote online? Watch this informative video provided by LWV Wheaton that shows you how!
LWVGE Affordable Housing Public Comment
June 26, 2023 - Read LWVGE Co-President Barbara Kwiatkowsky’s Affordable Housing Public Comment to the Village of Glen Ellyn Trustees
LWVGE Members Elected To Leadership Positions
The LWVIL state convention was held June 10-11th and two LWVGE members were elected to leadership positions — Michelle Thorsell to the post of Board Secretary and Erica Nelson to the Nominating Committee. Congratulations to both of them and the new LWVIL Board! The convention was held virtually with delegates from DuPage County leagues coming together to make more personal connections (pictured).
Democracy Challenge Award Winners
2023 inaugural Charlotte Swett Walter Democracy Challenge Awards were given to Emily Puchalski, Glenbard South Junior for “ Democracy- Fragile Like Glass” and to Angie Abraham, Glenbard West sophomore for “ Every Voice Matters”. This Award is named after long time LWVGE member Charlotte Swett Walter.