League of Women Voters of Howard County

The League of Women Voters of Howard County is a nonpartisan organization committed to improving local government by increasing awareness of local policy issues, advocating for good governance and voter rights, educating and engaging citizens, and promoting transparency in the legislative process. We believe that citizenship requires both knowledge and the ability to act, that the responsibility for good government rests on the shoulders of its citizens, and that the rights of citizens at home and abroad are interdependent. Our advocacy covers a range of issues that impact our community, including land use and zoning, social issues, environmental protection, and government processes. We strive to preserve what makes Howard County special and move forward in a way that maintains our unique personality. The League believes in the power of our members’ voices, and our commitment to active participation is reflected in our decision-making structure. All our positions, priorities, and advocacy are guided by open discussion and member consensus. From the national to local levels, the League of Women Voters adheres to the belief that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical to our organization’s success and to democracy itself. Our mission depends on the full participation of all citizens, without exception.