The LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO
The LWVSNM has members from throughout Southern New Mexico from the following counties: Doña Ana, Otero, Grant, Luna, and Sierra. The SNM League is based in Las Cruces, NM, and has an Otero County Unit based in Alamogordo, NM. Women and men, ages 16 and older, are welcome to join this organization for a nominal yearly membership fee. Contact us about joining at lwvsnm@gmail.com.
WE ARE COMMUNITY MEMBERS WHO:
WHAT TO EXPECT BY BECOMING A MEMBER:
As a member of the LWVSNM you will be involved with others who are also committed to making a difference! Members are encouraged to be active, attend meetings and/or participate in a myriad of activities and committees.
League activities:
• Monthly meetings with guest speakers
• Voter registration events
• Non-partisan election forums
• Government meeting attendance and participation
• Meeting others in the community who are also interested in fair elections, increasing voter participation, discussing important community issues, and advocating for issues that make our communities even better!
Issues that are studied and are the focus of League engagement:
Our Voice is Heard:
• Testimonies and events at the state’s capitol and meetings with legislators
• Distribution of Who’s Who Directory of Elected Officials
• Attendance at local government meetings
HOW TO APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP:
The LWV calendar year is May 1 through April 30. However, residents of southern New Mexico can apply anytime during the year.