Year: 2023

LWVGR Pres. Sue Theden explains the importance of being an informed voter
Gun Safety
National News
Public Events
Voting

LWVGR President Sue Theden Explains the Importance of Being an Informed Voter

As more presidential candidates pop up, the League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford shares how to get informed. An interview with Annamarie Shute on WIFR-TV23.

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Gun Violence Prevention Panel-6-14-2023
Gun Safety
Public Events
Security

LWVGR 3rd Gun Violence Prevention Forum to be held Wed., June 14

The Human Cost of Gun Violence in the Rockford Region:
How Can WE help those working on the problem?

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Private and Public Schools Struggle to Get Their Share of State Funding.
Education
Local Government
State League Platforms
This Week with the League

Learn How School Vouchers Damage Public School Systems

Private and public schools struggle to get their share of state funding. A LWVIL program Tuesday April 25, 7pm, plus many sources present the facts of government-funded school voucher programs.

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Susana Mendoza to speak at LWVGR Annual Meeting 6/3/2023
Annual Meeting
Public Events

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza Speaks at LWVGR 101st Annual Meeting, June 3, 2023

LWVGR held its 101st Annual Meeting on June 3 at the Rockford Country Club, 2500 Oxford St, Rockford, Illinois. The Honorable Susana Mendoza, Illinois Comptroller, was this year’s keynote speaker. Mary McNamara Bernsten was our moderator.  About Comptroller Susana Mendoza Susana A. Mendoza was elected to her third term as Illinois Comptroller on November 8, 2022. She […]

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Rockford Summit on Racism at UW-Sports Factory 5-4-23
Non-League Events
Public Events
Racism

Help to End Racism

The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford supports Eliminate Racism 815’s important event. Learn what is happening currently in Rockford to eliminate racism. May 4, 2023UW Sports Factory – 305 S. MadisonRegistration and Vendors start at 8:15 – 9:00 am Sessions: 9:00 am – 4:15 pm ALL DAY EVENT Questions: Where do we go from here? How can we work […]

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