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Date: 8/31/2023
Subject: LWVOC Newsletter & Events for Members
From: Lisa K Adkins


UNSUNG HEROES~The lifeblood of the League is our member volunteer force. Rain or "broil" they are out registering voters and providing education on a wealth of topics ranging from new voting laws to government operations to a non-partisan look at issues voters will decide. In order for that volunteer army to march, there are also unsung heroes behind the scenes providing logistics and support. We want to recognize them as well!

The Board of Directors wants to hear from you - who are the League's "unsung heroes?" Tell us who they are and we will honor our volunteer force at the Fall League Showcase & New Member Welcome on October 17th.
Please submit your nominations HERE through September 18th.
UPCOMING EVENTS

Central Florida’s most conscientious happy hour, REGISTER HERE  — Speakeasy with the League of Women Voters, Orange County — returns Sept. 23 in partnership with the Global Peace Film Festival. Wine, appetizers and conversation will follow the screening of two short documentaries at the Winter Park Library.

 “I am excited about connecting with our Orange County community as we reignite our Speakeasy event series, especially for our young adults. See you there!” said LWVOC President Tiffany Hughes.

Two films will be presented in the library auditorium (1052 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32789) starting at 2:30 p.m.: "Deciding Vote" will be followed by "The Halls of Power." Some of the filmmakers will be on hand to discuss the documentaries.

 Speakeasy with the League will take place afterward in the library’s bookshop. Wine, water and appetizers will be served. 
Latina leaders will tell stories about their struggles and how they rose successfully to their positions as the League of Women Voters of Orange County continues its “Hot Topics” series on Sept. 13, 2023. “Latina Leadership and Legacy: LWVOC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month,” takes place at 11:30 a.m. at the Winter Park Events Center, 1050 W. Morse Blvd.  Doors open at 11am and HT Overtime in the library afterwards is 1:15-1:45pm.

The moderator is Nancy Alvarez, WESH 2 News anchor, and panelists include Samí Haiman-Marrero, president and CEO of Urbander communications agency; Johanna Lopez, current Florida House Representative and former member of the Orange County School Board; Amy Mercado, Orange County Property Appraiser and former Florida House Representative, twice elected, and Laudi Campo, Hispanic Federation Florida State Director    Learn more about them HERE. 
Click this LINK to take a guess about who we're inviting to lunch.   We'll randomly choose one participant to win a FREE Hot Topics lunch!
HELP NEEDED
APPLY through Sunday, SEPT 3
 
 
The League of Women Voters of Orange County is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the President and CEO of our company. This position will be based out of Winter Park, FL. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative support to the President and CEO, as well as other executive staff members. This position will also assist in coordinating with vendors, contractors, and other outside contractors
 
 
Orange County is eagerly seeking community volunteers who want to participate on advisory boards.
 
Specifically, they are looking for 2 people to serve on the Noise and Abatement Board and need representation from
Districts 1 & 6.
 
Board vacancies can be found here:
 
https://apps.ocfl.net/aware/advisory/list_vacancies.asp
Due to the extraordinary circumstances with the suspension of State Attorney Monique Worrell, (shown above L-R, Saudi Ellis, Tiffany Hughes, Monique Worrell, Kitty Woodley at a townhall event) the LWVOC is sharing the current Fundraiser for her family:

Click for Fundraiser LINK

On August 9, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis removed Monique Worrell, the duly elected state attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Florida, from her democratically elected seat. This removal was without legal cause or merit, and her suspension was without pay. The law is not on Governor DeSantis’ side and State Attorney Worrell will fight the legality of this suspension in court
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The Right to Clean Water! In support of establishing our basic right to clean and healthy water, LWVOC has committed to helping get the citizen initiative on the 2024 ballot. 
 
Learn how YOU can become an active volunteer here: 
Climate First Bank is our Platinum Sponsor. The bank will be supporting LWVOC Hot Topics events for 2023. Climate First Bank is the world's first FDIC-insured community bank founded to combat the climate crisis. Climate First Bank offers a complete, full-service portfolio of simple and easy-to-use traditional banking products designed to do good for people and the planet.  Please follow this link to learn more: climatefirstbank.com
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