by Lunell Haught, LWVWA President

League members know what they are talking about, or they don’t talk as League members.

That idea is at the heart of the League's credibility and reputation.

League members are asked what they think about many issues but only offer the League opinion based on the adopted positions in the Program in Action. Members study issues and develop a consensus relying on what we've learned in a study. At Convention, the League adopts a position about an issue based not on a vote, but on the consensus of members who have read a study, wrestled with the consensus questions at a local meeting, and which has then been adopted by the local board of directors.

The League does not have an opinion unless it is based on a position. That's different from organizations that are not member-driven, which have positions or opinions based on the few.

We are only the League if we are connected to each other through our work. One of the most powerful ways we connect is through our annual meetings of the Convention or Council. The formal work of adopting positions, the budget, and the program of work happens at Convention. You don't have to be a delegate to get a lot out of gathering together to be in League with each other. The consistent comment about these meetings is, "I'm so glad I went." You will find people who share and build on your ideas and find ways to bring them to life. You'll get support for engaging others and rejuvenating yourself. Join us in Pasco, May 4-7, 2023.