The League of Women Voters of Weber County exists to strengthen that shared responsibility. We are a nonpartisan organization of local volunteers working to support a healthy, inclusive democracy. Our goals are clear: promote transparency & accountability in government, ensure voter protection, mobilize voters, provide voter education, and ensure voter access.

Nonpartisan means that the League does not support or oppose political parties or candidates. It also means our work is guided by fairness, balance, and accuracy. We do not tell voters how to vote. Instead, we provide clear, factual, and unbiased information so individuals can make decisions based on their own values and priorities. Ensuring that all perspectives are heard is central to this work. The League hosts inclusive candidate forums, presents multiple viewpoints on public policy issues, and creates opportunities for civil, respectful dialogue. We rely on credible sources, verified data, and transparent research methods to ensure the information we share is factual and trustworthy. When the League takes positions on issues, those positions are the result of careful study, member consensus, and alignment with democratic principles, not partisan ideology.

Democracy depends on more than the right to vote. It depends on access to reliable information, confidence in election systems, and the belief that participation matters. Weber County is home to diverse communities with different experiences, perspectives, and priorities. Yet we are united by a shared stake in local decisions that affect our schools, public services, infrastructure, and quality of life. When residents understand how local government works and how their voices can be heard, democracy becomes stronger and more resilient.

Locally, the League works to register voters, explain ballot issues, share election information, and encourage informed civic participation. These efforts are educational, not political. They are designed to build understanding and trust while reducing confusion and misinformation. Defending democracy means protecting the processes that allow it to function fairly and transparently. It means supporting free and fair elections, encouraging respectful discourse, and standing against misinformation. It also means recognizing that democracy is not self-sustaining. It requires continuous care, education, and engagement, especially at the local level. For more than a century, the League of Women Voters has believed that an informed electorate is the foundation of a healthy democracy. That belief continues to guide our work here in Weber County. We invite all residents, regardless of political affiliation, to engage with the democratic process, seek reliable information, and participate in shaping our shared future. Democracy works best when it is inclusive, informed, and active. Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. These goals are not partisan. They are essential to our community.

Arlene Anderson is the President Elect of the League of Women Voters of Weber County.