Our Mission:
Making your voice heard.
The League of Women Voters of Kentucky, a nonpartisan public policy organization, is part of the League of Women Voters of the United States and includes five local chapters in Kentucky (Bell County/SE Kentucky, Hopkinsville, Murray, Lexington, and Louisville).
The League:
• Promotes informed and active participation of citizens in government
• Works to increase understanding of major public policy issues
• Influences public policy through education and advocacy
As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, the League does not support or oppose candidates for political parties. Membership is open to anyone 16 years of age or older.
What does the League do?
The League works with citizens through the American political process to bring about constructive change. We register voters and defend voting rights. We monitor government activities – including city councils, school boards, state legislatures and the U.S. Congress. We educate citizens about their rights and responsibilities. We sponsor candidate forums and public issue forums. We study issues in order to reach member consensus. And we take action by lobbying, testifying and educating legislators on issues we care about. As a nonpartisan body, the League takes action on issues. We do not support or oppose candidates or parties.
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February 2017
The League was created by women who struggled many years seeking the right to vote… We believe citizens who have made a mistake should have that right reinstated once they have completed their full sentence and/or parole. The League of Women Voters believes that our society is stronger when all of our citizens vote.”
—Nita Smith, LWVKY 2017 Co-President, speaking on felony disenfranchisement
Get Involved
Join the League
Any person who subscribes to the purposes and policies of the League is welcome to become a member. We need your help to get out the vote!
Make a Donation
The LWV of Kentucky appreciates the great amount of time and energy spent by members and non-members alike in support of its programs.
Read our Newsletter
One of the key ways the LWV of KY communicates with our members is via our newsletter, The Kentucky Voter, and occasional updates.