The goal of the League of Women Voters of California is to empower citizens to shape better communities worldwide.

We are a nonpartisan political membership organization, which:

• acts after study and member agreement to achieve solutions in the public interest on key community issues at all government levels

• builds citizen participation in the democratic process

• engages communities in promoting positive solutions to public policy issues through education and advocacy.

We believe in:

• respect for individuals
• the value of diversity
• the empowerment of the grassroots, both within the League and in communities
• the power of collective decision making for the common good.

We will:

• act with trust, integrity and professionalism
• operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of those we serve, both members and the public
• take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership
• acknowledge our heritage as we seek out path to the future.