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LWV Night: Valkyries vs. Wings @ SF Chase Center
LWV Night: Valkyries vs. Wings @ SF Chase Center
Monday, August 17 2026
7:00 pm
Preferred seating with fellow League members... Go courtside for teams warm up... Ticket price: $100 per person (fees waived), includes a $50 tax deductible donation to the LWV California.Happy Hour at Splash Sports Bar, 191 Warriors Way, starts at 5:00pm
Youth Council Welcomes New Voices
Youth Council Welcomes New Voices
Welcome to our three new members! By joining you show that everyone—especially young people—plays an important role in our democracy.
Open to San Mateo residents age 13–22, our Council produces civic education resources, leads projects to increase youth voter participation, and assists the board of the LWV of North & Central San Mateo County.
Understanding the San Mateo County Measure for an Independent Redistricting Commission
Understanding the San Mateo County Measure for an Independent Redistricting Commission
Tuesday, September 15 2026
7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom
Join this informational meeting about the upcoming November measure that proposes creating an Independent Redistricting Commission for the County Supervisor Districts. Currently the Board of Supervisors controls redistricting.
Register below for the general meeting
Observer Corps
Observer Corps
Wednesday, August 26 2026
7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom
Protecting our right to know is integral to the health of our democracy. Decisions that determine how our schools will be run, community will be funded, and land will be used need to be made with public input and oversight. Our Observer Corps gives members a structured way to stay informed and hold officials accountable. Join us to learn more at our next meeting.
One Person, One Vote
One Person, One Vote
Monday, September 14 2026
5:00 to 6:00 pm on Zoom
Why do we use the Electoral College to choose our highest office of President, where it takes away our right to have each of our votes counted equally?
Every other elected office in the U.S. is decided directly by the people. We can do better–help us work for change.
Get the Facts on Voter ID
Get the Facts on Voter ID
A proposed November amendment could introduce massive voting barriers and identity risks. The League of Women Voters of CA, CA Common Cause, Disability Rights CA, ACLU Northern CA & ACLU Southern CA have prepared a document outlining the measure, the myths it propogates, and who this initative hurts.
Read our Voter ID Fast Facts to prepare for Election Day.
WORKING FOR THE INFORMED AND ACTIVE PARTICIPATION OF CITIZENS IN GOVERNMENT
Our League serves the people of San Mateo, Foster City, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Millbrae, San Carlos, Belmont, Brisbane, Colma, Daly City, Pacifica, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, El Granada, Moss Beach, Montara, La Honda, Pescadero, and other unincorporated areas in north and central San Mateo County, California
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