Agency Details:

The League of Women Voters, a non-partisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Description:
We work on voter education during every election. Our League concentrates on San Francisco ballot measures and candidates. We are non-partisan so we never support candidates and we present both side of every ballot measures. On our advocacy side, we do take positions on ballot measures based on previous positions that our local, the California or the National League have already set. We also present forums on important issues of the time, for example, health care and voting integrity and transparency.

History:
We have been in existence for 90 years. The League evolved from the Women's Suffrage Movement in order to encourage women to vote. In 1974, men were welcomed as members.

Contact people:

Mary Anderton, Program Manager, (phone), (email) Karen Clopton, Board President, (phone), (email) Marilyn Campbell, Project Leader, (phone), (email)

Address:

582 Market St. Suite 615 San Francisco, CA 94104 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.SFvotes.org

Directions:

The office is on Market St. where Second Street ends. It is closest to the Montgomery St. BART Station.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Montgomery St.,   Walk distance (in minutes): 1   Nearest Bus Stop: Montgomery St., 1 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	French, Spanish
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	18
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No

Last updated on November 20, 2009