Because Democracy is not a Spectator Sport….
The League of Women Voters of Central New Mexico needs members’ skills, enthusiasm, and commitment to help us continue to move forward with our mission. From tasks to grass roots advocacy, ongoing or project-by-project, we can fit your interests to a volunteer job.
How to Find Out More About Volunteering
It’s easy. Contact us 505-884-8441 or at lwvcnmoffice@gmail.com. Leave a message with your name and contact information, and express your interest in finding out more about volunteering. We will contact you to explain the tasks involved, review time commitments for various positions, match your interest and skills with a volunteer position, and offer training where needed.
Read about the opportunities below. HERE is a document that has more detailed information about these opportunities. Volunteers must be LWVCNM members.
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
Voter Guide Production – work involved in producing our document for every election in our four counties
Voter Outreach – candidate forums, voter registration and other events
Civic Education – outreach to schools and other organizations
Membership – outreach to new members and maintaining LWVCNM membership information
Office support – working with phone messages and mail sent to the office, help with mailings
Development – finding funding for LWVCNM
Observer Corps – attending local governmental meetings and report back to LWVCNM
Advocacy – Advocating for League positions
Publications – Work involved in LWVCNM publications
Public Relations and Communications – interaction with media and other outside resources
Issues:
Environment
— Monitor and report on local water, air, and environmental agencies
— Connect with local groups involved in the environment
Immigration
Housing
Electoral College Abolition
LWVNM Action Committee (Legislative monitoring and lobbying)
Support Functions:
Monthly meeting support
Technology support
Special projects / special events
At-large volunteer