We hosted an exciting workshop with the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, introducing Scouts from 1st through 8th grade to key concepts of democracy, voting, and elections.

If you were asked, “What is the biggest change you have made toward living more sustainably?” what would you answer?

Have questions about the November 5 Election? We explained voting processes and discussed what will be on Chicagoans’ ballots at our latest Briefing.

One of the most widely-celebrated holidays is fast approaching, and while it’s a terrifyingamount of fun, take a minute to think about what ends up lurking in the trash to make sure your celebrations don’t haunt you as a curse on the environment.

Check out some great information for young voters and ways that teens and students can get involved in this election!

With fall’s cooler weather comes the urge for a wardrobe refresh. Here's how to avoid overconsumption and stay stylish sustainably.

Becky Vevea, Bureau Chief for Chalkbeat Chicago, joined us to break down Chicago's new elected school board ahead of the November 2024 Election.

We're so proud to have presented the DEMOCRACY AT RISK Film Festival in partnership with the Gene Siskel Film Center! Thank you to everyone who joined us to view films highlighting historical and relevant issues shaping politics.

Thank you to all the volunteers who celebrated National Voter Registration Day with us at voter registration drives around the city on September 17!

Early voting begins October 3, and sample ballots are available now. Check out the three statewide advisory questions you'll see on the ballot!

LWV Chicago President Jane Ruby appeared on ABC 7 Chicago to speak about this week’s DEMOCRACY AT RISK film festival.

Check out what the Chicago Tribune has to say about our film festival in full page from Sunday, September 15.

LWV Chicago president Jane Ruby and distinguished attorney Jill Wine-Banks hopped on WBEZ Chicago’s Reset with Sasha-Ann Simmons on to discuss our DEMOCRACY AT RISK film festival.

September 10 is the inaugural National Teens Voter Registration Day, a day dedicated to encouraging and empowering our youth to participate in the democratic process.

After almost 30 years of mayoral control, Chicago voters will begin electing members to the Chicago Board of Education during the General Election on November 5, 2024.

LWV Chicago is partnering with Election Protection, the coalition that ensures all voters have an equal opportunity to vote. Learn more about plans for the November election and how we can participate.

We joined Alder Matt Martin and other grassroots organizations for a Northside Town Hall discussing the Chicago Fair Elections Ordinance, a small dollar matching program that aims to increase participation in local elections.

We all have a lot going on at the moment. No need to list—you know it all by heart. So this is your sign to relax and enjoy summer! Research suggests that getting outside will help improve mental wellbeing, cognition and mood.