Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
Committees
LWV Chicago has several standing committees. Some assist with the administration of the League, while others focus on advocacy or voter service.
Please check the calendar for meeting times of any and all committees that interest you.
LWV Cook County also has Interest Groups that are focused on different policy areas. Learn more.
Margaret Herring, Chair
This committee educates League members and the public about Chicago City Government and recommends action by LWV Chicago when consistent with League positions and principles.
The committee often focuses on the City Council, tracking issues before the Council, observing how Council committees function, and encouraging government transparency. Get involved.
Sharon Welch, Chair
The Community Oversight of Public Safety (COPS) Committee focuses on efforts to ensure public safety and police accountability in Chicago.
Contact league@lwvchicago.org if you are interested in joining the committee.
Rae Sokolow, Chair
This committee monitors issues related to education policy and public education financing in the city of Chicago and in the state of Illinois. Get involved.
Claudia Jackson, Chair
This committee actively engages League members to advocate for an environmentally sustainable, environmentally just Chicago.
Some local projects include CEJA implementation in Chicago, increasing Chicago recycle rates, and reducing single-use plastics. Learn more about this committee’s work and get involved.
Jane Ruby, Chair
Ranked choice voting (RCV) improves fairness in elections by allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference. Our RCV Committee is working to get RCV passed in Chicago. Contact president@lwvchicago.org to get involved.
Helene Gabelnick, Chair
This committee guides members to become Deputy Voter Registrars and Election Day poll watchers, holds voter registration events and candidate forums, and educates the community on voting, the candidates, and the issues. Get involved.
Carrie Eisner, Chair
This committee spreads the word about the Chicago League news and events. Committee members assist with social media posts, website updates, and email communications.
If you like to tweet, post, write or take pictures, this could be the group for you. Check out our volunteer opportunities.
Wytress Richardson, Chair
This committee works on the League's commitment to having a diverse membership of people from different backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, religion, gender, education, and income level. Get involved.
Sharon Welch, Chair
This committee maintains the calendar of Briefings and the Chicago in Focus series, and helps with promotion and events for LWV Chicago. Get involved.
Deborah Halpern, Chair
This committee oversees campaigns and fundraising events. A signature event is the annual State of the City.
Lali Watt, Chair
This committee works to attract new members and keep existing members engaged in League activities. Membership works with the other LWV Chicago committees to ensure that members at all levels of interest may participate in the democratic process.
It also holds periodic social events so members can meet and mingle. Get involved.