The League was founded in 1920 after the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution giving women the right to vote. The League of Women Voters of the United States was formed to urge women to use their new franchise to become knowledgeable about political issues. The League promotes citizen political responsibility by encouraging informed and active participation of citizens in government. The League works in support of governmental issues following study and consensus by the membership. The League s purposes and nonpartisan policy have remained essentially unchanged since it was organized in 1920.
Membership is open to all citizens of voting age.
The Columbia Area League of Women Voters was formed in 1947. The League takes positions on issues at the national, state, and local levels. The national and state positions are listed on attached pages. Support the establishment of unified government planning to formulate, promote, and implement orderly and responsible land use, growth, and development in Richland County and its municipalities. Support local procurement policies requiring preferences for recycled products.