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SPEAKERS BUREAU

Our Focus

Provides a series of presentations that:

Educate about the structure of government and how it works.
Increases understanding of major policy issues.
Promotes voting in elections.

Meetings: Posted on Calendar.

Speakers Bureau Programs

The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County is pleased to announce topics offered by our Speakers Bureau. To schedule speakers, please complete a Request Form.

2024 Ballot Amendments

There are six statewide constitutional amendments on the November ballot in Florida. This presentation provides a summary for each amendment, an analysis of each amendment, including the impact of a yes or no vote, organizations that support or oppose the amendment, and the League’s specific position.

Your Voice. Your Power. Your Vote!

In 1776, only 10% of Americans had the right to vote. Learn about how voting rights were expanded and the important benefits for citizens who turn out and vote. This presentation also walks you through the ways you can register and vote, including how to register online, Vote-By-Mail, Early Voting and more.

Civics, Civility and Critical Thinking

An interesting presentation with audience interaction. It covers how federal, state, and local governments work; rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship; critical thinking and how to evaluate the credibility of information sources; skills for engaging in conversations with people who do not share your view. Emphasizes respect, tolerance, and civility.

NEWS: Separating Fact From Fiction

This presentation explains how to examine if news stories are presented with bias, or are entirely false.

Voter Empowerment 2024

This presentation features need-to-know information for voters ahead of the 2024 elections in Florida. It includes details on Senate Bill 90 (2021), Senate Bill 524 (2022), Senate Bill 7050 (2023), as well as key voting deadlines and tips.

Importance of U.S. Courts

The federal court system impacts every issue we care about. This interactive presentation explains how the federal court system is organized, the types of cases federal courts hear, and how cases are decided.

National Popular Vote Interstate Compact

This presentation explains the origin and function of the Electoral College and what some states are doing to change how we elect the President and Vice President of the United States to reflect the popular vote.

Interacting with Public Officials and their Staff

This presentation features steps to take for effective contact.

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