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League of Women Voters of Columbia/Richland County Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SCU-SCPC-LWVC
Abstract

The League of Women Voters of Columbia/Richland County (S.C.) was organized as a provisional league in 1947, and recognized as a local league in 1950, one year after the recognition of the Charleston and Spartanburg leagues. These three local organizations formed the nucleus of the state League. The League is a non-partisan organization that encourages citizens to learn about and become active in national, state, and local government.

Dates: 1942 - 2021

League of Women Voters of Spartanburg Papers

 Collection
Identifier: SCU-SCPC-LWVS
Abstract

Founded in 1948, the Spartanburg (S.C.) league was disbanded during the spring of 1960, and reorganized circa 1974-1975. The League of Women Voters is a non-partisan organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

Dates: 1940-1961, 1973-1994