The League of Women Voters (LWV) is a nonpartisan, grassroots nonprofit dedicated to empowering everyone to fully participate in American democracy. We engage in advocacy, education, litigation, and organizing to protect every American’s freedom to vote.

The League is proud to be women-led and over 100 years old, emerging directly out of the women’s suffrage movement in 1920.

Nonpartisanship

The League of Women Voters does not support or oppose any political party or any candidate.

As an organization dedicated to both voter education and advocacy, the League takes strong stances on policy issues relating to voting rights, civil rights, and other issues of importance to members and the public.

Acting Locally

Locally, the LWV of Sanibel is a strong advocate for Clean Water and Protecting our Environment, and see Public Education as the bedrock of a Strong Democracy. During the Sanibel "Season" we run insightful education programs to keep our local electorate informed and engaged in the political process.