Join us this summer to learn how your voice can impact the issues you care about most. The “Elevating Women’s Voices” campaign aims to amplify women’s participation in the legislative process, recognizing that women’s perspectives are essential for a balanced and representative government!
Our campaign aims to educate women on:
- Voter registration, how and where to vote
- Providing non-partisan voter guides
Partnering with organizations like the League of Women Voters to foster a more inclusive political landscape
Discussing the importance of gender equity and the effects of socialization
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By uniting the community to amplify women’s voices, the campaign strives to create a more equitable and representative political environment, ensuring that legislation reflects the diverse experiences and needs of all citizens.
Please use this page to learn more about how YOU can elevate your own voice and be empowered to advocate for issues that matter most to YOU!
What is Civic Engagement?
Civic engagement is crucial for women as it enables them to shape policies, challenge inequalities, and advocate for their rights. The Women’s Resource Center strongly supports women’s involvement in civic activities, empowering them to address issues affecting their lives and to influence the decision-making processes. Through civic engagement, women gain confidence, build networks, and contribute to creating a more inclusive and just society. To understand what we mean by civic engagement, click on this short 2-minute video from The Presidential Precinct, a national nonprofit that offers programs that encourage young leaders to exchange ideas and solve pressing challenges in their communities.
How Can You Get Involved in the Community?
Understand how you can use various forms of civic engagement to create change and make a positive impact. This 2-minute video from PointsofLight.org explains how every action, no matter how small, counts and how individuals can make a difference in various forms. Learn how to be a spark for change.
How Can You Have Constructive Conversations?
The Women’s Resource Center emphasizes the importance of constructive conversations as a catalyst for fostering understanding, empathy, and positive change. By promoting respectful dialogue, the Center advocates for creating safe spaces where diverse perspectives can be shared and heard. In this 10-minute TED Talk by world debate champion Julia Dhar, she shares three essential features of productive disagreements grounded in curiosity and purpose. She demonstrates how constructive conversations can sharpen your argument and strengthen your relationships. Through open and constructive communication, individuals can address conflicts, challenge stereotypes, and collaborate towards building more inclusive and equitable communities.
How Can You Run for Public Office?
The Women’s Resource Center encourages more women to run for public office. Recognizing the invaluable contributions women make to our democracy, we strive to break barriers and amplify their voices in all political spheres. We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive political landscape that truly reflects the richness of our society’s experiences and perspectives. Organizations like She Should Run, offer resources and a roadmap to run for office. Click here to learn more.
Why Vote?
The Women’s Resource Center believes that voting is a fundamental means for women to exercise their rights, elevate their voices, and influence policies. By encouraging women to participate in the electoral process, the Center empowers them to contribute to creating a society where their concerns and priorities are reflected in legislation and public policies. This 13-minute TED Talk from Eric Lieu, CEO of a nonprofit called Citizen University which works in a bipartisan way to teach civic power, explains the importance of having a voice.
Learn about how to register to vote:
How Can You Learn more?
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government. It works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League is firmly nonpartisan and neither supports nor opposes candidates for office. At the same time, it is a political organization and advocates on select policy issues after careful study and consideration by its members. As a women-led organization, it encourages everyone to take part in our democracy.
To learn more about League of Women Voters:
If you’re interested in learning more, please contact our Director of Systems and Engagement, Anne Carter.
Email: acarter@mywrc.org
Phone: (941) 259-4823