We are a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation.
We are a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy. We empower voters and defend democracy through advocacy, education, and litigation.
READ this site or The Voter newsletter to LEARN about our work and events, many open to the public. Then JOIN US to empower voters and defend democracy.
Look back at all the events the League of Women Voters of North and Central San Mateo County provided voters.
12 candidate forums
8 Pros & Cons sessions
Advocacy to keep voting accessible (Prop 39)
Advocacy for County Measure U (Independent Redistricting Commission)
And check out what 179,539 (and counting) Total Processed Ballots decided for our county.
Monday, November 9
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.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom
Please join us for orientation. Meet other members, learn about the League and find answers to your questions, and discover how you can get involved.
Everyone is welcome, so bring a friend!
Tuesday, November 17 2026
7:00 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murra explores the powerful partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist and educator Mary McLeod Bethune. The novel highlights themes of cross-racial friendship, women's political power, and the fight for social justice.
Wednesday, December 9
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.
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