Upcoming Events
Find recordings of past events HERE.
Shale Gas & Public Health Conference
Our Work, Our Health: Building a Future Beyond Sacrifice
This year’s theme, “Our Work, Our Health: Building a Future Beyond Sacrifice,” highlights the urgent need to protect workers, families, and communities in regions impacted by oil and gas development.
At the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Science at Duquesne University Power Center, 1015 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
The event will be presented live and online.
Co-Presented by Physicians for Social Responsibility PA, the League of Women Voters of PA, and the Department of Environmental and Energy Engineering at Duquesne University.
Register here.
In Whose Interest? When ICE Partners with Local Law Enforcement
Join the League of Women Voters of Greater Pittsburgh, the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania, and ACLU Pennsylvania for this important event.
ICE has been terrorizing local communities around the country and pressuring local police departments to sign 287(g) agreements which allow local police to act as ICE agents. The LWVPA, LWVPGH, and ACLUPA oppose this. Find out more and what you can do about it.
Speakers:
LWVPA Executive Director, Dr. Amy Widestrom
ACLU-PA Fellowship Attorney for Immigrants' Rights, Keith Armstrong
Online only and open to the public. Registration required.
Register at lwvpgh.org.
On Upcoming Events Calendar box, click "Feb 19: In Whose Interest?...". Then click "Register Now".
Women's History Month: Honoring the Past, Charting Our Future
Celebrate Women’s History Month!! Join the League of Women Voters of Lycoming County to celebrate the achievements of women and reimagine our future.
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 9 am–12 pm, doors open @ 8:30 am
Thomas T. Taber Museum, 858 West Fourth Street, Williamsport
Free Event – reservations preferred, but not required. To register, scan the QR code in the image or send an email to lwvlyco@gmail.com or call 570.360.9702.
Participants welcome to visit the museum after the program. Light Refreshments will be available.
Event Program
Women’s History: Building on Our Past to Create a Brighter Future
Amy Widestrom, Ph.D., Executive Director League of Women Voters of PA
History of Women’s Rights in Lycoming County
Mary Sieminski, Researcher & Writer
Creating Resilient Communities
Rachelle Abbott, President and CEO of STEP
Weathering the Storm
Beth McMahon, Ph.D., President, Favors Forward Foundation
Bringing It All Together
Vida Saylor, Community Activist
Women's Empowerment Conference 2026
A YWCA Northcentral PA Signature Event
The YWCA's Women's Empowerment Conference is back for its 5th year with another FULL DAY of empowerment!! This event aims to engage women from throughout the community and from all walks of life.
Featuring Keynote speaker Linh Huynh and a full roster of breakout session presenters including the LWVPA’s very own Brianna Rybka, Manager of Civic Programs & Engagement.
Where: Pennsylvania College of Technology
Find out more and register here.
Democracy Dies in Digital Silos: Clickbait, Confirmation Bias, and Mis/Disinformation
The League of Women Voters of Westmoreland County presents this event in the Timely Topics series, featuring Dr. Jessica Ghilani. Dr. Ghilani is Associate Professor of Communication at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg and Affiliate Scholar at University of Pittsburgh Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security.
Event location: Campana Chapel & Lecture Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
Register on the LWVWC website by clicking on the event in the Calendar of Upcoming Events.
Also sponsored by the Pitt Greensburg Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, and the National Political Science Honor Society.
Fragmentation of Local Government in the Commonwealth: Impacts on Citizens and Government Efficacy
Hosted by the LWV of Westmoreland County, this session in the Timely Topics series will feature a discussion with Christopher Briem, Regional Economist at the University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research and Alec Italiano, Planning Director for the City of Greensburg Department of Planning & Development.
Event location: Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 237 South Pennsylvania Ave.
Register on the LWVWC website, by clicking on the event in the Calendar.
How Legislation and Policy Changes Are Impacting Healthcare Practice and Access for Immigrants and their Families
This League of Women Voters (LWVUS) webinar How Legislation and Policy Changes Are Impacting Healthcare Practice and Access for Immigrants and their Families, Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 via Zoom at 7:15 PM will explore the two topics of immigration and health care as two parts of a national crisis.
The LWV Health Care Reform Group and the LWV National Immigration Interest Group are working from the premise that currently in our country there are too many immigration raids, and not enough (affordable) health care.
Presenters Include:
Moderator: Dr. Susan Martin, Donald G. Herzberg Professor Emerita of International Migration at Georgetown University
Dr. Triveni DeFries, Director, UCSF Human Rights Institute
Ben D'Avanzo, NILC Strategist for Health/ Economic Policy
Discussion:
Featured organizations
Migrant healthcare needs
Policy changes
Click here to register.
Forum on Data Centers
LWV of Washington County presents a Forum on Data Centers
Area leaders and environmentalists will discuss the pros and cons. Moderated by WJPA Radio News Anchor Joe Jasek. Panelists will include:
Nickolas Bartel, PennFuture Clean Air Campaign Manager
Sarah Martik, Center for Coalfield Justice Executive Director
Jodi Borello, Center for Coalfield Justice Community Organizer
Eric Gustafason, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Southwest Regional Director
Kara Kukovich, Sierra Club Allegheny Group Executive Committee
Dennis Makel, South Strabane Township Solicitor
Larry Maggi, Washington County Commissioner
Kenneth Hillman, Washington County Association of Township Officials and Carroll Township Board of Supervisors Chairman
Citizens Library
55 South College Street, Washington, PA
Register at https://www.citlib.org
How to Run for an Elected Office
Learn what it takes to run for elected office by understanding the process, avoiding common pitfalls, and recognizing the significance of leadership and representation in our communities.
Presented by the Harrisburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
TUESDAY, JAN. 27 TH
VIRTUAL
ZOOM Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UUMSO0DSRQiDRKWmX4hM_Q#/registration
LWV of Bucks County Presents A Prescription from the Grassroots: Action is the Antidote to Despair
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Join us for an online event where Dr. Lisa Goldstein will explore practical coping strategies to help navigate today’s turbulent political environment in 2026 and beyond. Together, we’ll explore tools to strengthen resilience, foster hope, and strategies to remain empowered in this challenging time. She draws on evidence-based mental health strategies and the work of experts in authoritarianism.
In times of uncertainty, it is vital to protect our emotional health so we can stay informed and continue to advocate for democracy!!!
Lisa Goldstein, MD, is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist living and practicing in Delaware County. In 2022, after Roe was overturned, she joined a new group of vocal physician advocates and became one of the founders of Physicians for a Healthy Pennsylvania. She is an elected member of the Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee. She co-founded the grassroots resistance group, Indivisible Main Line South.
The presentation is FREE but to receive the link to the Zoom Hot Topic via email you MUST register.
To submit questions for Dr. Lisa Goldstein, Click Here
LWVWashington County School Board Candidate Forum
The students of Canon-McMillan High School in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Washington County is hosting a School Board Candidates Forum Thursday, October 30, 6 pm at Canon-McMillan High School auditorium, Elm Street extension, Canonsburg. The public is invited to join members of the school's Lead CM and Debate Club as they moderate the forum and question potential Canon-McMillan school board candidates on district issues.
The event is part of a new program launched this fall by the League of Women Voters of Washington County. League volunteers working with faculty advisors mentor students to plan and host the forums. The program highlights the importance of school boards and the impact of their decisions, while educating and involving students in local government.
Washington, PA Candidate Forum Led by High School Students
The students of Washington High School in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Washington County is hosting the Washington School District Board Candidates Forum Wednesday, October 22, 6 pm at the Washington Junior Senior High School LGI, Allison Avenue, Washington. The public is invited to join members of the school's Student Life Group as they moderate the forum and question potential school board candidates on district issues.
Kenderine Lecture: Barbara McQuade
Kenderdine Lecture 2025: Barbara McQuade
October 17 | 7 – 8:30 PM
The Winter Center at Millersville University, 60 W Cottage Ave, Millersville, PA 17551 (In-person only!)
Join us for a FREE EVENT
The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania invites you to attend a thought-provoking lecture from Barbara McQuade. Join us at the Winter Center at Millersville University as they host the 2025 Kenderdine Lecture. She will discuss her work and her recent book, Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.
We invite you to bring a friend to this in-person event!
Behind the Ballot Fireside Chat: PA Appellate Court Retention Elections
Join us for the Behind the Ballot Fireside Chat: PA Appellate Court Retention Elections to learn more about what retention elections are, why they matter candidates, and hear from those up for retention.
Behind-the-Scenes of Elections: Short Film Screening and Panel with the League of Women Voters
Election officials are the bedrock of our Constitution. It is their role to secure our right to free and fair elections through their incredible commitment to impartiality, security, rule of law and access to the vote. The Officials is a film by Margo Guernsey and Sara Archambault that highlights this dedicated public service. The documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at a politically diverse group of election officials who, despite facing increased threats, harassment and intimidation, remain committed to serving their communities by running secure elections and ensuring every eligible vote is counted accurately. Join the filmmakers and the League of Women Voters for a joint screening, panel, and Q&A with TBA election administrators and experts to discuss the future of election administration in the US. The film is 26 minutes long, and will be followed by a 30-minute panel and Q&A session. https://time.com/7017573/the-officials/
Click here to register or share the link for others to register.
You can also repost what we have on our social accounts.
1) Our new host-a-screening kit is hot off the press! Link to it is here. Anyone can host-a-screening. The kit and film are a FREE resource.
2) We have a new flier with a QR code that goes directly to the film that can be shared as well.
League of Women Voters Book Club - Author Talk
Join us for a special evening of building community!
The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania invites you to attend an author talk with Barbara McQuade to discuss her book Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.
We will discuss this urgent & comprehensive explanation of the ways disinformation is impacting democracy, and offer practical solutions that can be pursued to strengthen the public, media, and truth-based politics.
Book are available at Pocket Books. For a 10% discount, use code “BOOKCLUB” at check or mention the code in-person at the Pocket book shop.
Film Screening and Discussion on the Realities of Local Election: The Officials
Free LWV watch party for The Officials (released by Time Magazine), a 26-minute documentary short on the challenges election officials encounter is happening on Zoom, Wednesday the 8th at 7-8PM EST, and is open to League members (and the public).
LWVLehigh Candidate Forum: Southern Lehigh School Board
The League of Women Voters of Lehigh County will present four school board candidate forums in partnership with Lehigh Valley Public Media.
The League of Women Voters will organize and run the forums. Lehigh Valley Public Media will be host for them, livestream them and broadcast them on PBS39.
The free hourlong forums, moderated by the League of Women Voters, will be held before studio audiences in the Univest Public Media Center on the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem.
Tickets are free but registration is required. You can reserve a seat by registering at this link.
LWVLehigh Candidate Forum: Parkland School Board
The League of Women Voters of Lehigh County will present four school board candidate forums in partnership with Lehigh Valley Public Media.
The League of Women Voters will organize and run the forums. Lehigh Valley Public Media will be host for them, livestream them and broadcast them on PBS39.
The free hourlong forums, moderated by the League of Women Voters, will be held before studio audiences in the Univest Public Media Center on the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem.
Tickets are free but registration is required. You can reserve a seat by registering at this link.
The Independent Court: What It Is and Why It Matters
The Independent Court: What It Is and Why It Matters
October 6 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Widener University Commonwealth Law, Administration Building (In-person only!)
This nonpartisan program will examine the critical role of the courts as one of the three co-equal branches in our government. A panel of current and former judges will discuss and answer questions on several timely and significant topics, including the judiciary’s critical role in upholding our democratic principles and the need to protect judicial independence at the state and federal levels. Sponsored by Keep Our Republic, the Dauphin County Bar Association, and the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
Hope you will join us and bring a friend! Open to the public, in person only!
Electoral College vs. Popular Vote: Who Truly Decides?
Our expert panelists will discuss how modern elections have been affected by the Electoral College; how the votes of people of color have been devalued by the Electoral College; and the current movement to shut down the effects of the Electoral College with the National Popular Vote Contract.
The forum will take place on Wednesday, October 1, in Stroudsburg, PA. Our co-sponsor is the Greater Pocono Section of the National Council of Negro Women.
Candidate Forum: Judges for Pennsylvania Commonwealth & Superior Court
The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania (LWVPA) is pleased to invite you to participate in a virtual candidate forum for Superior Court of Pennsylvania and the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania. Part of our effort to help voters make informed decisions in the Fall 2025 general election
LWVLehigh Candidate Forum: East Penn School Board
The League of Women Voters of Lehigh County will present four school board candidate forums in partnership with Lehigh Valley Public Media.
The League of Women Voters will organize and run the forums. Lehigh Valley Public Media will be host for them, livestream them and broadcast them on PBS39.
The free hourlong forums, moderated by the League of Women Voters, will be held before studio audiences in the Univest Public Media Center on the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem.
Tickets are free but registration is required. You can reserve a seat by registering at this link.
Luzerne County Council Candidate Forum
The League of Women Voters - Wilkes-Barre Area will host a candidate forum for the Luzerne County Council. Questions will be developed by the League. A recording of the Forum will be available later that week on the Luzerne County YouTube channel and the League of Women Voters - Wilkes-Barre website: https://www.lwvwba.org/
This event is free and open to the public. No political signs will be allowed during the forum.
When: 7-9:00 pm Tuesday, September 30
Where: Luzerne County Community College Educational Conference Center, Large Auditorium (Room 132)
For more information, contact the League at 570-675-3429 or lwvwba@gmail.com, or visit www.lwvwba.org .
LWVLehigh Candidate Forum: Allentown School Board
The League of Women Voters of Lehigh County will present four school board candidate forums in partnership with Lehigh Valley Public Media.
The League of Women Voters will organize and run the forums. Lehigh Valley Public Media will be host for them, livestream them and broadcast them on PBS39.
The free hourlong forums, moderated by the League of Women Voters, will be held before studio audiences in the Univest Public Media Center on the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem.
Tickets are free but registration is required. You can reserve a seat by registering at this link.
Voting on Judges: Retention Elections & Information on Judicial Candidates
Join us for our upcoming webinar to learn about judicial retention elections and how they fit into Pennsylvania’s judicial system. Discover trusted, nonpartisan resources to guide your vote. Empower yourself with the facts before heading to the polls!
You can register using the QR code above or click the link HERE
Understanding D.C. Governance and the Movement for Statehood
Join the League of Women Voters of Clarion for an important conversation about the push for D.C. statehood. Anne Anderson, Chair of the LWVDC Committee for Full Rights for DC Citizens, will explore the evolution of governance in Washington, D.C., how it functions today, and what’s at stake in the ongoing movement for equal representation. Anne brings decades of professional and advocacy experience to this critical topic, offering insight into the legal, political, and human dimensions of statehood for the District’s 700,000+ residents.
Your Vote in Judicial Elections in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is one of only a handful of states still electing its judges in partisan political elections. In 2025, Pennsylvania voters will choose candidates for key judicial positions, including seats on the stat’s appellate courts. Notably, there will be a vacancy on the Commonwealth & Superior Court. These elections play a vital role in shaping the direction of state law, and this program will explore how you can make an informed decision in November.
Hope you will join us and bring a friend! Open to the public, in person only!
Exploring the Courts: How They Work and Why They Matter
Philly Civics Fair & Panel Discussion, Exploring the Courts: How They Work and Why They Matter
Saturday, September 13th
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street
Come join us at the Parkway Central Library for an exciting event where we delve into the inner workings of the judicial system! This event will bring together judges, educators, and community members to explore the importance of civic literacy and the judiciary’s role in American democracy. Attendees will experience unique perspectives and meet organizations that will give attendees the opportunity to gain insight into the fascinating world of the courts! The Civics Fair starts at 9:00 a.m. in the Grand Lobby. The panel discussion begins at 10:00 a.m. with a special video message from Supreme Court Justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Our Keynote Speaker is the Honorable Kevin Dougherty, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. The panel will be moderated by the Honorable Nicole Tate-Phillips, Court of Common Pleas, Montgomery County.
Esteemed panelists include the Honorable Daniel McCaffery, Supreme Court of PA, the Honorable Stephanie Sawyer, Common Pleas, the Honorable T. Francis Shields, President Judge of Municipal Court, Morgan Robinson, Presidents of the League of Women Voters Philadelphia, and Catherine Hicks, President of the NAACP - Philadelphia.
Event is hosted in partnership with WHYY, The National Constitution Center, and the Philadelphia Chapter of NCNW.
Write-In To Win: Becoming Judge of Elections in Your Precinct
Write-in to Win: Becoming Judge of Elections in Your Precinct
Join the Committee of 70 and The League of Women Voters to learn how to run for Judge of Elections and make a serious impact on your local democratic processes. As a judge, you play a key role in ensuring that elections run smoothly and fairly. You’ll help manage your local polling place, assist voters with questions, and oversee the voting process to ensure that everyone’s voice is heard. Not only will you gain a deeper understanding of how elections work, but you'll help make voting accessible for your neighbors and play a role in safeguarding our elections.
Join us on September 10th at 6:30pm on Zoom to learn how to run in the upcoming election.
Behind the Ballot Fireside Chat
Fireside Chat with Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justices
September 8 | 5:00–6:30 PM
Central High School & via Live Stream
Join us for a special Fireside Chat with the three Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justices up for retention in the upcoming election. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the justices about their roles, experiences on the bench, and what retention means for our judicial system.
Open to the public—in person at Central High School or online via Zoom.
This event will be live streamed on PCN. Click here for the Live Virtual Link
Understanding the Court System in Pennsylvania: A Talk by Thomas Kistler
The League of Women Voters of Centre County and Foxdale Village will host an evening with The Honorable Judge Thomas Kistler, Centre County Court of Common Pleas (Ret.), titled “Why Pennsylvania Courts Matter” on Tuesday, September 2 at 7pm at the Foxdale Village Auditorium (500 E. Marylyn Ave, State College PA). The event is open to the public without registration. For Zoom link, email: http://lwvcentrecounty@gmail.com.
LWV Lehigh County Presents: The Fries Rebellion, A Film Screening & Discusson
Do you enjoy American History? This movie is about a tax revolt that occurred in 1799-1800, and took place in and around the Lehigh Valley!
Come view this production with us - details are below! Please register, space Is limited! Hope you will join us and bring a friend!
The Local Lowdown: All About the Ballot
Join Red Wine and Blue PA and the League of Women Voters PA for a no-nonsense, high-impact virtual event that will turn confusion into confidence at the ballot box. Want to know what offices are on your ballot, how they affect you personally, and where to get more information? We’re breaking down what’s really on your Pennsylvania ballot, what each office does, why it matters, and where to find the information you need this election season.
We’ll give you the facts, practical tools, and a whole lot of confidence to help you show up informed in November. Because when we organize, common sense wins.
RSVP now, and bring your friends. Let’s turn knowledge into power, together.
LWVCDC: The Rise of the Imperial Presidency
The Brennan Center for Justice, a nonpartisan law and policy institute, is presenting a FREE virtual event on Tuesday, August 5 from 3–4 p.m. ET: The Rise of the Imperial Presidency. The session features historians and legal experts discussing the unitary executive theory, the growth of presidential power, and its implications for checking and balancing governance. Our League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County is proud to be hosting this webinar, which aligns with our mission of promoting transparency, civic education, and informed engagement.
The executive branch has amassed tremendous power, challenging the constitutional balance among branches of government. This year alone, the president has ignored the laws passed by Congress to fire leaders of independent agencies without cause, freeze the spending of appropriated funds, and deploy the military as a domestic police force.
Supporters of vast presidential power have a name for this: the unitary executive. It’s the idea that the Constitution gives the president full personal control over the executive branch and wide latitude to act unilaterally. While legal scholars debate its scope, the theory in its most expansive form envisions a king-like president largely unconstrained by Congress or the courts. An embrace of this theory by the executive branch and Supreme Court could carry far-reaching consequences for American democracy.
Join us for a virtual event on Tuesday, August 5, at 3 p.m. ET with historians and legal experts. They will examine the modern presidency, the origins of the unitary executive theory, and its implications for the future of checks and balances.
Speakers:
Samuel Breidbart, Counsel, Brennan Center Democracy Program
Jane Manners, Associate Professor of Law, Fordham University School of Law
Julian Davis Mortenson, James G. Phillipp Professor of Law, University of Michigan Law School
Cristina Rodríguez, Deputy Dean and Leighton Homer Surbeck Professor of Law, Yale Law School
Moderator: Wilfred U. Codrington III, Walter Floersheimer Professor of Constitutional Law, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Cyndi Lauper: Girls Just Wanna Have Fundamental Rights Tour
Sunday, July 20 | 7:30 PM
TD Pavilion at the Mann, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA
Pop icon and longtime activist Cyndi Lauper brings her farewell tour to Philly — and the League of Women Voters of Philadelphia will be there. As part of a national partnership with Lauper’s tour, LWV Philly will be tabling at the concert to help register voters, share nonpartisan election information, and engage fans in the fight for reproductive freedom and voting rights. If you're planning to attend the concert, keep an eye out for the League’s presence as part of this powerful national effort to connect art, activism, and democracy.