The 2026 Virginia General Assembly begins Wednesday, January 14th

Women’s Legislative Roundtables (WLRTs)

Attend our 2026 Women’s Legislative Roundtables (WLRTs) virtually, every Wednesday from January 14–March 11, 2026 8:30-9:30 AM. 

WLRT sessions provide updates to League members on Virginia General Assembly actions and highlight the legislative priorities identified by the League of Women Voters of Virginia (LWV-VA).

For more information vist our WLRT Page

Come learn the issues

Come and advocate with the LWV

Empowering voters. Defending democracy.

Chartered in 1948, the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area encourages informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy.

We believe the freedom to vote is a nonpartisan issue and that citizen participation in elections is essential to a healthy democracy.

Upcoming events

News from the League of Women Voters of the United States

  • League of Women Voters Statement on USCIS Policy Restricting Voter Registration at Naturalization Ceremonies

    “The USCIS decision to bar nonpartisan organizations from providing voter registration services at naturalization ceremonies is an attempt to keep new citizens from accessing their full rights.

  • Court Strikes Down Key Part of Trump’s Unlawful Voting Executive Order, Permanently Blocking Show-Your-Papers Requirement

    A federal court today issued a decisive ruling in League of Women Voters Education Fund v. Trump, permanently blocking a provision of President Trump’s March voting executive order that sought to add a requirement to show a passport or similar document proving citizenship when registering to vote with the federal voter registration form that would disproportionately impact voters of color.

  • Unite and Rise 8.5 Video Series Now Streaming

    Hosted by LWV CEO Celina Stewart, the series brings together leading thinkers and movement builders for candid conversation focused on a critical question: How can Americans effectively stand up and speak to defend our democracy?

“Someone struggled for your right to vote. Use it.”

— Susan B. Anthony

A senior woman holds a sign that says "your vote matters"

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization.

We never support or oppose any political party or candidate. We encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government, work to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influence public policy through education and advocacy.

Contact

Feel free to contact us with any questions or requests.

Phone (703) 658-9150