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Through Unite and Rise 8.5 we will engage and mobilize 8.5 million voters to protect and preserve our democracy.

by member Joy Monjure.
The League of Women Voters of Alaska, in collaboration with the Leagues of Maine and Colorado, present the latest program in their series, "Let's Talk About Digital Threats to Democracy".

Meet with students of Options High School on Wednesdays between Sept. 24 and Oct. 19, from 12:15pm to 1:45pm. The goal is to engage and guide these teams as they share their focus on problems they see that need to be addressed.

On Dec. 10th, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, members will join elected officials in conversation and to thank them for their service. Food and drink and fun will be provided.

In July Vicki Thomas from the LWVBWC Climate Issues Team presented information on the effect of plastics on our health to the Healthcare Issues Team. Plastics are pervasive in our environment and, even more concerning, in our bodies.

July was busy in all corners of Whatcom County: Food banks from Blaine to Maple Falls, Everson, Ferndale, and Bellingham. Community events included Cordata Ice Cream Social, and Sunnyland Stomp, Bellingham Senior Center, and two new events, Hamster Walk and Roll, and Disability Sidewalk Fest.

As a result of two years of study and member consensus, LWVWA had adopted two new positions on Elder Caregiving and Welcoming Immigrants. In addition, LWVUS has adoped a new position on the Federal Judiciary.

LWVBWC members are organizing a team to learn more about immigrants in our community and how to support them. If you want to be notified about future activities around supporting immigrants, or join a discussion forum on the topic, let us know that “Immigration Support” is one of your interests.

LWVBWC is being featured as the Village Books “Round it up Partner” starting in September. We will be the recipient of donations made by customers at the time of purchase.

Watch our latest Civics Education video.

As always, we will be hosting candidate forums to help voters make their decisions on upcoming ballots.

Catch up with the GOTV team and see what is in store for September!

The Book Group has selected a book about our connections to migrant farmworkers who provide healthy, fresh food for our tables. Author: Seth M. Holmes

Catch up on the Climate Committees work this summer and hear what is coming up next!

Learn about how the Health Care Issues team kept busy this summer and see what is coming up in September!

Don't miss our upcoming member meeting where we'll be learning about building bridges in conflict.

Join us for food, drink and celebration of our elected officials at Squalicum Boat House December 10.

Are you a new LWV member? Don't miss our upcoming orientations 9/25 or 10/29!

Members, friends and family are invited to gather on Sept. 14, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, at the Cordata Park Picnic Shelter. Show of your best salad, dessert or potluck dish!