May 11, 2020 Updates from LWVLA
SAVE THE DATE!
Notice of 2020 LWVWI Virtual Annual Meeting

The state League will hold a virtual Annual Meeting of League members and friends of the League on Saturday, June 13th. Although the exact time and details of the meeting are yet to be announced, please save the date.

From the LWVWI:
"We couldn’t have imagined the added significance of our theme a mere three months ago. Today we dare to dream that our coronavirus stricken world will heal and right itself. Today we persevere through previously unimaginable new lifeways with compassion, kindness and respect for one another. Please join us as we come together online on June 13th to continue the course of League action. Feel resilience, inspiration and hope as we share the League’s recent accomplishments and plans for the new fiscal year."

*** Program Agenda Will be Posted When Available ***

If you are interested in representing the La Crosse League as a delegate, please let us know by Friday, May 15 via email: lwvlawi@gmail.com .
Update on LWVUS Convention 2020
 
The LWVUS board and staff have been observing the COVID-19 pandemic closely and considering how it could impact our upcoming 54th LWVUS Convention scheduled to be held at the end of June in Washington, DC and we know many of you have been wondering the same. We appreciate your messages and the support offered as we’ve taken the time needed to thoughtfully consider all options. 
This was far from an easy decision but with the health and safety of our members as our primary concern, we have decided to transition Convention to a virtual event.  
More information is available  here .

Local Events of Interest to Members

Online Recording Available

LeadershipEthics received a number of requests from those who could not attend the April 28th presentation by Tom Thibodeau , at the  Ethical Leaders During Crisis, Helping Our Neighbors, Helping Our Communities  program. The video from that event is now available  here . There is a three minute program gap near the beginning of the video, due to technical difficulties. Hang in there, be patient...it is worth it!
Ethical Leadership and the American Democracy:
A Virtual Program
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
10am to 11:00am

Executive Director Lee Rasch will provide an overview of Leader Ethics-Wisconsin, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to promoting principles of ethical leadership among elected officials. The presentation will include an overview of the 2020 Citizen's Guide to Ethical Leadership Among Elected Officials...a practical guide to promote integrity in a politically divided climate. 
Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and open dialogue.
Registration: The program is free, but registration is required through their website here. Registrants will receive an email with the access code on the day of the event. 
Braver Angels Virtual Workshops
Thursday, May 14 at 7 pm
May 21 at 7pm
Great Rivers United Way,  LeaderEthics-Wisconsin , and  .be.  are partnering to bring two Braver Angels workshops on civil discourse to the Coulee Region, virtually. Interested?

Here’s what you need to know:
Pre-registration is required — you will not receive the meeting link until you register. It is highly recommended, though not required, that you register for both sessions because they work hand-in-hand.

Skip these sessions if you attended either/both in-person events (facilitated by the same group, using the name Better Angels) in February and March.
Each session is limited to 100 attendees, so register today!
Register here .
SAVE THE DATE!
Future La Crosse Area League 2020 Programs

6/8/20
LWVLA Virtual Annual Meeting posted online.

6/12/20
Ballots Due for Virtual Annual Business Meeting

8/26/20
Centennial Year Closing Event

Mark Your Calendar with the 2020 Election Dates
 
8/11/20
Partisan Primary
 
11/3/20
General Election
The League of Women Voters of the L aCrosse Area
Visit our website: lwvlacrosse.org