Issues and Positions

The League of Women Voters, at all levels, only takes action on an issue after careful consideration. This starts with a study and continues with the development of a consensus among members. The final step is the formation of a position, which is required before action can be taken. Another way to arrive at a position is through concurrence.

Positions

Leagues at every level take positions based on study and consensus among members. The League uses these positions to advocate for public policy changes.

At the June 2024 Convention the LWV Bay Area delegates approved the following Program for 2024-2026:

Housing and Homelessness
Support the implementation of sustainable, integrated regional governing policies and practices that recognize the interdependence of environmental, social; health, and economic impacts, and provide for long term protection of natural and social resources.
Advocate how agencies address the interrelated regional issues of housing, transportation, conservation of natural and agricultural landscapes, climate change/sea level rise, social and health community equity, in a truly integrated and holistic fashion.
Extend Regional Government and Planning Study one year position consensus building with Leagues.