LWV Studies

Local Leagues undertake studies of public policy issues at all levels of government. Once studies have been completed, approved by the Board, and ratified by membership, they become official positions.

LOCAL STUDIES

Local policy issues to study are adopted by the LWVJ members at the Annual Meeting in March of each year. Suggestions for study are generated during a Program Planning meeting in January.  Here are the  current positions for the LWV of Juneau.

STATE STUDIES

Local Leagues also participate in state and national policy issue studies.  State studies are selected by delegates from local LWVs to the annual State LWV Convention, held in April.  Here are the current positions for the LWV of Alaska.

NATIONAL STUDIES

The National LWV holds a biennial Convention in June of even years at which the delegates adopt a 2-year program of study and action.  After each Convention, the LWVUS publishes a  document “Impact on Issues“ that explains in detail the study and advocacy program for the coming biennium. Local Leagues are encouraged to participate in national studies and advocate on national program policy issues.