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Educate, Advocate, Impact

The League works to strengthen our democracy and our communities.

We are a nonpartisan political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. The LWV influences public policy through education and advocacy.

 

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CANCELLED

Public Forum:

NAVIGATING PALLIATIVE CARE AND HOSPICE CARE

April 9th, 5:30-6:45pm.

Due to the ice storm and widespread power outages, we will reschedule this forum for the fall.


LWV Rolls Out New Membership Portal

All new and renewing members can now register and pay dues using the link below.

Renewing members will can contacted by the LWV National when it is time to renew. This new structure should streamline the membership process and allow local Leagues like ours to retain more of the membership income. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@lwvnlm.org


2025 Book Read

Thursday April 10th, 7:00-8:00 pm, ZOOM link will be sent to all members a few days ahead of time.

Our annual member Book Read selection chosen by members is a timely and urgent read explaining a significant effect of climate change. Mark your calendars! All members are encouraged to read and attend the group discussion

“We are facing a species emergency. We can survive, but to do so will require a planned and deliberate migration of a kind humanity has never before undertaken. This is the biggest human crisis you’ve never heard of.”

Drought-hit regions bleeding those for whom a rural life has become untenable. Coastlines diminishing year on year. Wildfires and hurricanes leaving widening swaths of destruction. The culprit, most of us accept, is climate change, but not enough of us are confronting one of its biggest, and most present, consequences: a total reshaping of the earth’s human geography. As Gaia Vince points out early in Nomad Century , global migration has doubled in the past decade, on track to see literal billions displaced in the coming decades. What exactly is happening, Vince asks? And how will this new great migration reshape us all?

In this deeply-reported clarion call, Vince draws on a career of environmental reporting and over two years of travel to the front lines of climate migration across the globe, to tell us how the changes already in play will transform our food, our cities, our politics, and much more. Her findings are answers we all need, now more than ever. (from goodreads)

If you want to learn more about the book, this short piece from The Guardian will pique your interest!

Buy local! McLean and Eakin has several copies and can also order for you.


Missed Our March Forum?

View it here on our Youtube page!


View the Michigan Supreme Court forum conducted by LWVMI

This forum was held on September 26th and can be viewed here, on Youtube.


Take Action Now on Community Solar

Encourage our elected officials to pass the Community Solar Legislation


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We Have the Best Volunteers

Thank you to our dedicated volunteers, Susan, Hannah, Cheryl True, and all of the wonderful individuals who generously gave their time to help man the table at the Harbor Springs farmer’s market throughout the entire summer season.

Their efforts in sharing essential League information informed the public about Vote411.org and played a crucial role in helping to register new voters.

Additionally, we would like to extend a special thank you to Susan, who generously donated that beautiful banner adorning the top of our canopy!


LWVNLM 5th Annual Meeting

A great time was had at our 5th Annual Meeting. We drank some wine, ate some great food and enjoyed meeting in person. Oh yeah, we got some business done, too.

We said a heartfelt thank you to our out-going President, Robin Jordan while voting in Lisa Blanchard as our new, in-coming President

We recoginized our founding members with 5 year commemoration pins and recognized Susan Hannah for being a member of the LWV for 50 years!

Thank you to our keynote speaker Christina Schlitt from the LWV of Grand Traverse Area for her words of inspiration. Thank you also to Walloon Lake Winery for the beautiful venue.



Missed Our Last Public Forum? Watch it now on YouTube

Why Effective Septic Systems Matter

Did you know that Michigan is the only state without statewide regulations to prevent septic systems frompolluting our waters? Anna McGlashen (Tip of Mitt Watershed Council) and Daniel Thorell (Health Dept. of Northwest Michigan), both experts in septic regulation and the health implications of septic pollution, will provide information on Michigan’s septic situation and current efforts to reduce septic system pollution.


ACTION ALERT:  National Popular Vote

The League of Women Voters of MI is asking you to contact your state Representative and Senator to urge them to vote Yes on House Bill 4156/Senate Bill 126 to enact National Popular Vote in Michigan.

Enacting the National Popular Vote ensures the candidate with the most votes nationwide is elected President and helps ensure every vote is equal.

Please contact your elected officials now and tell them to vote Yes on HB 4156/SB 126 to enact National Popular Vote bill in Michigan.


Urge Legislators to Prioritize Regulating Dark Money

Sign this petition to urge your representatives to take action to stop political corruption, protect the integrity of our elections, and require disclosure by all participants in Michigan’s elections.


Another Great Holiday Party

A good time was had by all at our annual holiday party.  Thank you to the Crooked Tree Arts Center and our Membership Committee for hosting such a fun event.


Annual Member Meeting 2023

It was a beautiful evening at Walloon Lake Winery. We had a great turnout, a lot of fun and even did a little business. Thank you Tina DeMoore for your inspiring message about working across political lines to work together.


Michigan State Conference

6 members of the board (7 members total) attended the LWVMI state conference in Lansing.  It was an enlightening and inspiring event.  Belle Ringer recognitions went out to Robin Jordan , Dibby Smith , Marcia Meyer, Susan Hannah and Jessica Shaw-Nolff.


Arbor Day Celebration 2023

We couldn’t have had a nicer day to celebrate Arbor day with our first collaboration with the City of Petoskey.

Thank you for all the volunteers, Timberwolf Tree Services, Eric Hemenway, Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey Area Garden Club and our own LWVNLM members!


Holiday Member & Friends Party 2022

Good times were had by all at our Annual Holiday Member and Friends event! It was wonderful to connect in person, greet old and new friends and to learn about what our League is doing.

Thank you to the members who planned and coordinated such a fun evening.


WRC Tribute award winners, Pat Fralick, Robin Jordan, and Scott Smith

Congratulations LWVNLM Tribute Award Winners

November 10th, the Women’s Resource Center awarded three of our members for their work in the community.

Pat Fralick received the Pinnacle Award for her work advocating for vulnerable populations, especially pregnant women and infants. While working for the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, she directed countless programs that have supported area women, children, and families.

Robin Jordan received the Pinnacle Award for applying her skills and knowledge as a Certified Nurse Midwife to start the first nurse-midwifery service in Northern Michigan. She has been a nursing educator and textbook author before becoming a founding member of our local League of Women Voters.

Scott Smith received the Man of Action award. Scott had dedicated himself to the issues of local food access, public transportation, and affordable housing. He is working with other area organizations to affect the lives of area women and families.

Congratulations Pat, Robin, and Scott!

 

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