Action Workshops to Gear Up for the 2019 Legislative Session
Calling you to action!
LWVWA is looking to create change on critical issues affecting our state next year in the 2019 Legislative Session. We need your voice to make it happen!
Join us for an in-depth look at the upcoming legislative session, a chance to hear from local lawmakers and keynote speakers, learn more about key issues in Washington State such as voting rights, social justice, education, gun safety, and climate change. Learn how you can advocate and gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to defend our democracy.
415 Westlake Building (Between Harrison and Republican)
415 Westlake Ave N.
Seattle, Washington 98109
Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 - 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Focus at this workshop is Defending Our Democracy. Secretary of State Kim Wyman will be our keynote speaker. Confirmed speakers at this workshop are Representative Mike Pellicciotti (D-30), a leader in campaign-finance and ethics reform, Senator Patty Kuderer (D-48), Vice Chair of the State Government, Tribal Relations & Elections Committee and sponsor of the successful election day registration bill, and Representative Zach Hudgins (D-11), Chair of the State Government Committee. Others are invited.
Registration is $25 and includes lunch and all materials. This year LWVWA is offering discounted youth tickets at $10 for individuals ages 24 and younger, so please reach out to friends, family and students and invite them to attend as well. A limited number of scholarships are available if the registration fee would be a barrier to participation. Apply for a scholarship here.
There will be another workshop at Shoreline Community College, Jan. 12, 2019, where the focus will be the Environment.
If you have any questions, please contact LWVWA Lobby Team Chair Maddy Vonhoff at mvonhoff@lwvwa.org or at 360-713-1997.
