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Date: 7/7/2022
Subject: LWVOC Newsletter & Events
From: Lisa K Adkins



Disability Pride Month honors each person's uniqueness as a "natural and beautiful part of human diversity," according to America's Disability Community.  In tandem with celebrations across the country, the LWVFL will host a virtual event highlighting disability awareness, the ADA and accessibility in voting.  MEMBERS register here.
Thank you for helping us with our JUNE goal.  Your contributions ensure that we can continue our work towards #Votes4All #JulyGoal #give
 
Lyn Berelsman Erima J. Vaughn
Leslie K. ONeal Brenda G. Bartnick Margot G. Hamel
Daniel C. Phillips Pat Schroeder Eve M. Barbour
The Steve and Sue Foreman Fund
Leslie B. Feinberg  "In recognition of Karen Estrin for her long standing dedication to the League."
Maureen C. Damiani  "In recognition of the League's voting efforts."
Marilyn Baldwin  "In recognition of the DEIA Committee (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility)"
 

With less than two months to go until the primary elections, now is the time to be doing your research and prepping your ballot. Attending our Judicial Candidate Forums is an effective and direct way to find the candidates that speak to youyour needs, and your people’s needs, so you can vote with confidence come August.
Along with spirited debates between candidates, we’ll also provide you with a catered lunch that features delicious vegan options, as well as opportunities to mingle and network with LWV members and others in your community. This is a ticketed event, so click the button above to reserve your spot NOW before all seats sell out!
9th Circuit Court Judicial Candidates shown below with links to their campaign sites:
Group 9, Top Row l. to r.
Alison Kerestes       Fay Olga Pappas
Group 44, Bottom row l. to r.
Aldo Bartolone         Vincent Chiu

For yourself and your family, come meet and hear our 9th Circuit Court Judicial Candidates. Make your vote count! Click for a special message about July's Hot Topics.


The Voter Services Committee has compiled voting information that is available at LWVOC.org
Click on links that will help answer all your questions about the upcoming AUG 23 election day.
DON'T FORGET...last day to register is JULY 25
 
 
 
We have 1-2 seats open on the fun, engaging, and spirited Hot Topics Committee for individuals who would like to help plan the signature events for our League. We have implemented a new model that is very successful with 250 registrants for the last event.  The Hot Topics committee organizes the program, speakers, and messaging. (Events and Communications Committees handle logistics and marketing.) Contact Gloria at gloria.pickar@gmail.com, mobile 321-287-7483.”


HELP NEEDED on Primary Election Day, Aug.23!! Deliver food to LWVOC poll workers at 6 precincts.
Our League is participating in the Adopt-a-Precinct program again this year. We are covering 6 precincts on election day; our volunteer poll workers will donate their pay to LWVOC.
Our enthusiastic poll workers will be at the precincts from 5:45 am to 7:30 pm or later, and they will get very hungry.
You can help by delivering breakfast, lunch and/or dinner to the precincts on Tuesday, Aug.23.
Call or email Nancy Nix nnix13@gmail.com, 407-595-6538 and Terry Gillam tsgillam42@gmail.com 407-222-8432 for details.

The League of Women Voters of Orange County has partnered with Orlando-based digital marketing company Launch That to create a refreshed home page for its website. Important information for voters is front and center on the new page, which includes voter registration details, contacts for local elected officials, upcoming events, plus the latest news and volunteer opportunities. Continue reading HERE. 
 
 
 
Teachers Wanted!
The Education Committee is looking for local educators who would like to participate in this year's Harvard Case Method Civics Workshop, AUG 20.  All training, case materials, and ongoing teacher support is FREE.  Learn more HERE about nominating a local teacher.  Nomination deadline is JULY 10.


Jennifer Sims – Ida B. Wells Member
Claramargaret Groover - Ida B. Wells Member
Katelin Hoveskeland
Sandra Woodall
Pam Fisher
Randa Marder
Dr. Louise Pitts
Houston Pitts
Rayanna Riecss

Alicia Homrich
Rebecca Sutton
Alexa Dowlen
Carrie Cowan
Liza Mannix Jennings
Kimberly Hosley Monica Tokarsky Danielle Zito
Robyn Pinkerton Vincent Chiu Glen Kendrick
Michael Shy Janet Zaffran Joya Hariharan
Rosemary Thomas Andrea Ostrodka Curt Ostrodka

Miriam Levy – Ida B. Wells Member
Evelyn Fisher – Ida B. Wells Member Join Now or Renew Membership
Denise Estes – Ida B. Wells Member
Marla Stevens – Ida B. Wells Member


Newsletter Checklist:
  • Register for Hot Topics to learn about the candidates who could some day issue a ruling that would affect you and your family.
  • Know any educators who would like to take part in a Harvard Methods workshop? JULY 10 Deadline!!
  • There are many volunteering opportunities for our members; sign up online.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL HPV Awareness
For the next couple of months, the LWVFL Repro Health & Justice Action Team is promoting the important issue of HPV  awareness/vaccine.
 
"The preteen years are the best time to vaccinate because the vaccine is most effective if it’s given long before the first sexual contact and first exposure to the virus. Research has shown that children ages 11 to 12 respond better to the immunization and produce higher levels of antibodies that fight infection compared to older children."