Anna Crane
President
Susan Hauser
Vice President
Genevieve Yuen
Secretary
Paul Beusterien
Treasurer
Linda Lyons-Justice
At-Large Member
Who We Are – League of Women Voters of Alameda
The League of Women Voters of Alameda is a nonpartisan, volunteer-led organization committed to empowering voters and defending democracy. Since our beginning, we’ve worked to educate the public on critical issues, promote informed participation in government, and advocate for policies that support equity and civic engagement in Alameda and beyond.
Founded in 1920 after the women's suffrage movement, the League of Women Voters was created to empower informed civic participation. From voting rights to social justice, the League has evolved to address key issues of democracy. Today, it unites women and men across the U.S. to protect voter access and promote equity.
What We Do - LWV Alameda
The LWV of Alameda, established 1978, is a member of the League of Women Voters of the United States and the League of Women Voters of California.
We are a 501(3)(c) nonprofit organization, staffed only by volunteers, and dedicated to making democracy work.
Like our sister Leagues throughout the nation, we encourage the informed and active participation of local citizens in government and to influence public policy through education, advocacy and community outreach, including to young people.
We organize many community events throughout the year, including public forums on elections and other issues of interest to Alameda. We also prepare voter education materials, register voters, study particular issues as they arise, and hold informal social events for members and guests.
Our Board & Committee Chairs
Board of Directors
President: Anna Crane
Vice President: Susan Hauser
Secretary: Genevieve Yuen
Treasurer: Paul Beusterien
At Large: Linda Lyons-Justus
Committee Chairs
Advocacy: Irene Dieter
Campaign Finance: Allan Mann
Communications: Keasha Martindill
Membership: Susan Hauser
Programs: Neil Rubenstein
Voter Services: Betty Henderson
Youth Outreach: Linda Bytof
Nominating Committee
Two regular members needed
One Board-member needed
Our Mission, Vision
& Values
Our mission is to empower voters and defend democracy. Our vision is a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate. Our values are that we believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy, and we are committed to diversity.
Our Partners
Every election season we conduct forums so voters get objective information on ballot measures and hear from candidates for office.
To do so, we often co-sponsor events with other local Leagues, like the Leagues of Oakland, Piedmont, and Berkeley-Albany-Emeryville.
We often co-sponsor film showings and panel presentations events with other like-minded organizations. If you are part of Alameda County based, community-focused nonprofit and it is interested in partnering with us, let us know.
Our Finances
Read our latest, full year financial report here: Treasurer's Report FY 2024.
Additionally, we are listed on GuideStar, the largest source of information about nonprofit organizations, and we have earned its Gold Seal of Transparency.
Our Services in Alameda
Advocacy
The League's mission is to encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government and to influence public policy through education and advocacy. After careful
study, the League does take positions on some critical issues (but never candidates). We advocate for measures that help our communities and protect our democracy. Our League is committed to getting ranked-choice voting implemented in Alameda; we welcome your support.
Events
Our Calendar of Events provides a quick overview on the breadth of ways the League is making a difference in Alameda. We offer forums to prepare you for upcoming elections, and
discussion panels to keep you informed about topics of interest to our Alameda community.
Youth Outreach
The LWV of Alameda takes special interest in youth outreach, offering an online civics game called Verify It! and a Voter Registration Program. Also, our youth volunteers have
helped their fellow high school students to register to vote, conducted a local forum on housing, and have begun an initiative to grant 16- and 17-year olds in Alameda the right to vote for local School Board members.
Voter Services
Your vote counts! Some elections are decided by just a few votes. We understand how busy everyone is, so we provide multiple ways to help you prepare for elections. Our information is balanced
and non-partisan, so you can make an informed decision. See our Calendar of Events for voter registration drives and election forums. Review our Voter Information and get ready to vote.
News
The Voter is our local, League of Women Voters of Alameda electronic newsletter that we publish twice every month by email (aka eBlasts). Each issue contains updated news
from all League levels. Our
newsletter also includes League calls to action, info about LWV of Alameda events, and ways to get involved with us. Sometimes, we send special eBlasts on singular issues, such as reminders of upcoming events or immediate calls to action. Subscribe to LWV of Alameda eBlasts here.