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League of Women Voters of Martin County wins big at State Convention
MARTIN COUNTY — On June 7 at The League of Women Voters State Convention in Orlando, the Martin County League received two distinguished awards.
The first was for their work on Fostering Civic Dialogue. They went from a small league to a medium league now boasting over 130 members. Over the past two years the League of Martin County has brought together Martin County citizens for their dynamic and inclusive initiative; Imagine Democracy.
Imagine Democracy brings neighbors together to learn, listen, and practice the civic skills of empathy, understanding and engagement. With a deep desire to get people talking to each other to share and value their different perspectives, the League enlisted one of their esteemed members, Bliss Browne, creator of Imagine Chicago. Bliss has led trainings like these to bring opposing sides together around the world.
The final award of the evening, The President's Award of Excellence, also went home with Martin County. Debbie Chandler, Co-president of League Florida called the Martin County League 'A shining example of what is possible when vision meets commitment, and when members believe that democracy is worth rebuilding.'
The League of Women Voters a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government, working to increase understanding of major policy issues, and advocating for legislative changes and policies for the public good. Martin County League meetings are open to the public and nonmembers are welcome to subscribe to our monthly newsletter. Learn more at
This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: League of Women Voters honors Martin County for civic engagement
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