Welcome to the League of Women Voters of Portland

Trusted, Nonpartisan, Grassroots Leadership

The League of Women Voters of Portland is the organization where hands-on work to safeguard democracy leads to civic improvement.  Our members are men and women who create positive, lasting change in our community. 

League members act as the eyes and ears of the public

Because we have studied government policy carefully, we offer effective and knowledgeable input to improve the public decision-making process. We stand for responsible, responsive, efficient and representative government, as well as for protection of the right to vote for every citizen.

When the League speaks, our voice is respected

	Decision-makers know we have done our homework and offer an important and balanced perspective. League members monitor and take action on many public policy issues, including:
	Urban renewal financing Campaign finance reform Land use planning Police oversight Neighborhood associations Affordable housing

The League works to educate citizens

The League of Women Voters is nonpartisan. We do not support or oppose candidates or political parties. Rather, our activities encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government—not only at election time, but all year long.

In Spring 2009 we have: Published a Directory of Elected Officials who serve Multnomah County residents Registered new voters at monthly Naturalization Ceremonies Produced a nonpartisan Voters' Guide for the May 2009 Special Election Sponsored a candidate forum for Portland School District #1 races Organized public meetings on peak oil and energy policy, water regulations in Oregon, and health care reform