You are invited to a forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of West
Virginia. Please mark your calendars.
Subject: Democracy and Social Justice Bills before the WV Legislature
When: Saturday, February 19, 10:30 am
What: This is a 45 minute virtual forum for League members, guests and
the public, which will provide an overview about bills concerning
Election and Social Justice in the Legislature. The audience is
encouraged to ask questions following the presentations.
Why: Democracy and Social Justice are two of our three priorities
selected for action and education. Our intent is to promote ACTION while
there is still time.
Location: Spread the word. Zoom link -
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726695353?pwd=V2dGNEtNd0dRNWt1U2tNek5JaU5xdz09
Our Speakers:
Democracy: Judy K Ball, State League Elections Chair
The League's focus on Democracy includes voting rights, election reform,
and redistricting. Congress has failed to enact Federal protections for
voting rights, despite months of effort and advocacy. Recognizing that,
the League has turned its attention to bills introduced in the 2022
session of the WV Legislature.
Social Justice: Kimberley Crockett, Jefferson County League and Delta
Sigma Theta
The League is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion because, to
succeed in the 21st Century, West Virginia must be welcoming for all.
Kim is an attorney who is well versed on the bills currently before the
legislature. These bills include the Crown Act, Human Rights Commission,
and reproductive health. In recent years, lawmakers have declined to
strengthen the state's civil rights code to prohibit hair discrimination
and protect members of the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination in
employment and housing. They have also continued their assault on the
reproductive freedom of West Virginians.
In League,
LWVWV
What: League members and their guests are invited to a virtual forum on
bills concerning Democracy and Social Justice in the Legislature. The
audience is encouraged to ask questions following the presentations.
When: Saturday, February 19, 10:30 am
Where: Zoom -
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81726695353?pwd=V2dGNEtNd0dRNWt1U2tNek5JaU5xdz09
Why: Democracy and Social Justice are two of our three priorities
selected for action and education. Our intent is to promote ACTION while
there is still time.
Our Speakers:
Democracy: Judy K Ball, State League Elections Chair
The League's focus on Democracy includes voting rights, election reform,
and redistricting. Congress has failed to enact Federal protections for
voting rights, despite months of effort and advocacy. Recognizing that,
the League has turned its attention to bills introduced in the 2022
session of the WV Legislature.
Social Justice: Kimberley Crockett, Jefferson County League and Social
Action Chair, Delta Sigma Theta
The League is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion because, to
succeed in the 21st Century, West Virginia must be welcoming for all.
Kim is an attorney who is well versed on the bills currently before the
legislature. These bills include the Crown Act, Human Rights Commission,
and reproductive health. In recent years, lawmakers have declined to
strengthen the state's civil rights code to prohibit hair discrimination
and protect members of the LGBTQ+ community from discrimination in
employment and housing. They have also continued their assault on the
reproductive freedom of West Virginians.
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Our third priority for area is Environmental Protection. Here are two
opportunities to participate in policy discussions on issues related to
water quality, climate, economic transition and more.
Wednesday, February 16 at 6:00 pm - the WV Environmental Council's
Virtual E-Day
This annual day of advocacy will include a legislative update from WVEC
member groups, WV legislators, and the WVEC lobby team, as well as music
and a silent auction. Registration link and more details here [1].
Thursday, February 24 at 7:00 pm - the WV Rivers Coalition is hosting a
legislative update with WV legislators focused on water policy. Register
here [2].
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Julie Archer (she/her/hers)
Co-President
(304) 610-9094 (cell)
Links:
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[1] https://wvecouncil.org/join-us-next-week-for-virtual-e-day-2022/
[2]
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIufu6urTMvHtCstCiK9LD8Tjrl-KNjgY…
