Educate. Advocate. Empower.
EMPOWERING VOTERS
The League of Women Voters educates and advocates for voters, knowing that the leaders you elect make the decisions that affect YOU. The League helps you register, become informed on the candidates and issues, and to navigate the process of voting. We fight voter suppression and advocate for fair access to voting, including fair redistricting, better ballots, early voting, same day registration, vote by mail, and more.
DEFENDING DEMOCRACY
The League encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
NONPARTISAN
The League is proud to be nonpartisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, but always working on vital issues of concern to members and the public.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Preparing for the Census Training Webinar
April 29 from 6am to 7pm
Virtual. This training will focus on the road to the 2030 Census and provide updates on recent federal changes affecting census implementation, including key challenges and opportunities ahead. Participants will gain an overview of the redistricting process, learn about ongoing reform efforts, and explore the work the League is helping to lead to advance a fair, transparent, and community-centered redistricting process. Register.
How To Raise a Citizen Author Talk
April 30 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Morris County Library. 30 East Hanover Ave, Whippany. Author Lindsey Cormack, Associate Professor of Political Science, Stevens Institute for Technology, will discuss How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It's Up to You to Do It), the subject of her book which provides a guide for parents to teach children civic engagement, arguing that schools have failed to provide adequate civics education, leaving parents responsible for teaching kids how to understand and participate in government. Co-sponsored by Morris County NOW. Register.
May Day Rally - Workers Over Billionaires
May 1 at 3pm
Jersey City City Hall, 280 Grove St, Jersey City. Mobilize, rally and march for organized labor in New Jersey. From City Hall, we will march to Goldman Sachs and end at Exchange Place. Learn more and RSVP.
Dover Council Democratic Primary Debate
May 4 from 7pm to 8:15pm
Virtual. LWV Morris Area and the Daily Record are hosting a forum for candidates seeking the Democratic nomination to the Dover Council. The event will be livestreamed for viewing on the LWV Morris Area YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@lwvmorrisarea. Submit questions for the candidates here by May 1 at 4pm.
Deep Canvassing 101
May 6 from 6am to 7pm
Virtual. Join us for a training about the incredible power of deep canvassing. We will share raw data on its efficacy, dispel preconceived notions about the method, and discuss how we can utilize deep canvassing to increase voter turnout in the upcoming midterm elections. This is a nonpartisan voter outreach training. Register.
Making Democracy Work Awards Ceremony and Dinner
May 7 from 6pm to 9pm
Ocean Place Resort & Spa, One Ocean Blvd, Long Branch, NJ. The League of Women Voters of NJ invites members, friends and the public to celebrate over 100 years of empowering voters and defending democracy. Awardees: Matt Platkin, former New JerseyAttorney General; Amol Sinha, Executive Director, ACLU of New Jersey; Shavonda E. Sumter, President & CEO, Children's Aid and Family Services, and former NJ Assemblywoman; Corp for NJ Local Media. Tickets and sponsorships.
NJ CD7 Congressional Democratic Primary Debate
May 11 from 7pm to 8:15pm
Virtual. LWV Morris Area, LWV Somerset-Hunterdon, LWV Sussex Highlands and co-sponsors: Hunterdon Review; the Central Jersey Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; and the Morristown Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are hosting a forum for candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for the NJ CD7 Congressional seat. The event will be livestreamed for viewing on the LWV Morris Area YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@lwvmorrisarea. Submit questions for the candidates here by May 8.
Open LWV Morris Area Membership Meeting
May 12 at 7pm
Virtual. Members, guests, volunteers and anyone interested in the League are welcome. Casual chat at 6:45pm. Meeting at 7pm. RSVP for Zoom link.
Voter Registration Deadline for NJ Primary Election
May 12
The deadline to register to vote and update your voter registration (e.g., change of address) in the NJ Primary Election is Tuesday, May 12. Register online, by mail, or in person at the County Clerk's office.
Morris Twp Committee Democratic Primary Debate
May 19 from 7pm to 8:15pm
Virtual. LWV Morris Area and the Morris NewsBee are hosting a debate for candidates seeking the Democratic nomination to the Morris Township Committee. The event will be livestreamed for viewing on the LWV Morris Area YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@lwvmorrisarea. Submit questions for the candidates here by May 16 at 4pm.
Mendham Boro Council Republican Primary Debate
May 20 from 7pm to 8:15pm
Virtual. LWV Morris Area and the Observer Tribune are hosting a debate for candidates seeking the Republican nomination to the Mendham Borough Council. The event will be livestreamed for viewing on the LWV Morris Area YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@lwvmorrisarea. Submit questions for the candidates here by May 17 at 4pm.
In-Person Early Voting
May 26-31
Vote in person on a machine at designated polling sites on Tuesday through Saturday from 10am - 8pm, and Sunday from 10am - 6pm. For information about Early In-person Voting, visit Morris County Elections/Early Voting.
NJ Primary Election
June 2 from 6am to 8pm
Races: Senate, congressional, county, municipal and Board of Ed. Vote in person at your neighborhood designated voting polling location from 6am to 8pm. More.
LWV Morris Area Annual Dinner Meeting
June 8 from 6pm to 8pm
Community House, 25 Cook Ave, Madison. Enjoy an evening of fun, food and networking. Members, guests, volunteers and anyone interested in the League are welcome. We’ll present A Year in Review and recognize Friends of the League who have partnered with LWV Morris Area in advancing our work to educate / empower voters and defend democracy. At 7:15pm, we’ll hold the business meeting and vote on the Board of Trustees for the next term. Details TBA.
2026 League National Convention: Unite & Rise
June 25-28
Columbus, Ohio, and virtual. National Convention is a League experience unlike any other, as delegates representing state and local Leagues vote on the LWVUS Board of Directors, Nominating Committee, bylaws amendments, budget, and League priorities. Convention also includes dynamic presentations, practical trainings, and inspiring content that support our mission of empowering voters and defending democracy. Register. Let us know if you are attending so we can assign you as a LWV Morris Area delegate.
Morris County Pride Festival Voter Info Booth
June 27 from 11am to 4pm
County College of Morris, 214 Center Grove Rd, Randolph, NJ. Join us at our booth as we register and educate voters. Volunteer for a volunteer slot or just stop by. No experience necessary. Training is provided. Volunteer.
General Election
Nov 3 from 6am to 8pm
Races: Senate, congressional, county, municipal and Board of Ed. Vote in person at your neighborhood designated voting polling location from 6am to 8pm. More.