LWV Miami-Dade 2024-2025 Priorities

 

The League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County supports and will take action, on current local, state and national policies and issues as stated in our positions.

The following are our 2024-2025 Priorities approved by our membership at the League's Annual Meeting.

  • Regarding organizational goals, we aim to enhance our membership experience, increase our visibility, and strengthen our partnerships.

    Together, these goals will steer our actions and initiatives, aligning us with our mission to empower voters and defend democracy. Thank you for your continued support and participation as we advance these critical initiatives."

    • Our voter services will continue robustly with voter education workshops and collaborative efforts to improve voter access and engagement.

    • We are committed to protecting voting rights in Miami-Dade County, ensuring transparent government processes, and reducing money's influence in politics. Our collaboration with state chapters to advance the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact remains a priority.

    • Amidst challenging times for reproductive rights, we stand firm in our support for Constitutional Amendment 4. We advocate for essential health care services and Medicaid expansion, ensuring that our healthcare system serves all citizens equitably.

    • Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are at the forefront of our initiatives. We're advocating for enhanced childcare solutions, uplifting marginalized communities, and establishing participatory budgeting within the county's fiscal framework.

    • Ensuring adequate funding for K-12 and early childhood education is paramount. We'll also safeguard public education and monitor significant educational projects funded by local school bonds.

    • We advocate for policies that eliminate income inequality, support living wage initiatives, and ensure safe and affordable housing for all residents.

    • Our efforts include overseeing the implementation of the Miami Forever Bond, advocating for climate resilience, and supporting sustainable land use and water resources management.

    • We continue to push for comprehensive gun safety measures and support local efforts against the state’s preemption law on gun control.

    • We strive to protect the rights of our diverse population, promote humane treatment of immigrants and refugees, and support citizenship and civic education efforts.

    • Work for humane treatment of detained immigrants and refugees in our community.

    • Support full citizenship and civic education efforts for New Americans and Aspiring Americans.

    • Advocate for immigrants under the age of 18 to have access to public education.

    • Support efforts against the exploitation of undocumented immigrants.

Updated: August 8, 2024