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This is a list of interest categories and the interests within each category. Click on an interest to learn more about that item. If you are logged in, you will also see the members who have declared that interest, with a link to their member directory entry. Click the "More Info" link info to view additional information about the interest group.

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Skills and Experience

Please check off skills/experience you have that you could share with the League.

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Empower Voters

Empower voters where they work, live, learn, and play. Help folks take the first step to become lifelong voters. A VDR certification is required for some roles.

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Educate Voters

Educate voters about registering to vote, researching candidates and issues, the process of voting, what elected officials do, and how to engage with local leadership.

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Advocacy & Education

Advocate on behalf of League positions; observe local governmental activities; and prepare programs and events to educate and engage members and the general public.

Advocacy Committee

42 Members

Advocate for change at the local level with other League members. The Advocacy Committee uses the League’s policy positions as a guide to identify issues important to the community and to educate membership and the public.

Coordinator: Cynthia Griffin

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Administration of Justice

7 Members

Volunteers with expertise in the Administration of Justice are needed to help research and advocate on this issue.

Coordinator: Joanne Richards

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Defending the Environment

12 Members

Volunteers with expertise in defending the environment are needed to help research and advocate on environmental issues that impact the Austin community.

Coordinator: Joanne Richards

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Education

30 Members

Volunteers with expertise in education are needed to research issues and educate our members about current trends and changes to local K-12 and higher education.

Coordinator: Shebah A Washington

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Observer Corps

22 Members

Attend local government meetings, in person or online, and take notes on important actions taken and issues discussed. Engage in issue research to help inform the Voters' Guide questions and Candidate Forums.

Coordinator: Cynthia Griffin

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Fundraising & Events

Assist with fundraising activities and donor development which includes the League's annual Defending Democracy fundraiser.

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Membership

Support and grow our membership to ensure we can support our mission of empowering voters and defending democracy.

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League Administration

Support League administration through communications, technology, and other leadership opportunities.

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One Time Volunteer Opportunities

Interested in staying in the know about how you can give a few hours every now and then. Opportunities may include special event greeters, candidate forum setup, and Voters Guide distribution.

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Interests

Skills and Experience

Empower Voters

Educate Voters

Advocacy & Education

Fundraising & Events

Membership

League Administration

One Time Volunteer Opportunities