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Broward League recognized for 2024 social media campaign

The Broward League won statewide honors for "Educating the Public" through its 2024 social media advertising campaign. The award was announced at the Florida League's 40th biennial state convention in Orlando June 8.

Monica Elliott, voter services chair for the Broward League, accepted the award from state co-presidents Cecile Scoon and Debbie Chandler.

In the award application, Elliott wrote: "Two things we know about people under 45 are: 1) they use social media, and 2) voter turnout is lower than for older adults. Our League used this knowledge for a social media campaign, using ads our League bought to reach a targeted audience rather than posts on our social media accounts. We wanted to be proactive (bring ads to the audience) rather than passive (wait for the audience to come to us). Our goals were to promote Vote411.org and increase voter turnout in predominantly Black and Hispanic county commission districts."

"We feel that the money spent on this project was well worth it," Elliott wrote.

While the Broward League had never spent substantial money in its educational effort, League President Ally Meyers advocated for investing in the campaign, including hiring an ad agency to place the ads to reach the desired demographic.

Florida LWV Co-President Cecile Scoon, Broward LWV Voter Services Chair Monica Elliott and Florida LWV Co-President Debbie Chandler.

LWV award certificate

Three key focuses for 2025

As the League of Women Voters of Broward County begins another year, our focus will center around three key themes: participation, membership, and collaboration.

Participation: Our goal is to energize more people to get involved—not just during election seasons, but in ongoing civic engagement throughout the entire year.

This means creating more entry points for individuals to plug in and feel empowered. We will continue to explore accessible and engaging ways for our community to take part in civic life—building on the success of tools like social media, YouTube forums, and in-person outreach.

Membership: To truly reflect the communities we serve, we need more voices, more perspectives, more diversity. We must be committed to welcoming members across generations and backgrounds, creating an inclusive environment that honors our history while inviting fresh energy and ideas. Diversity is not just a buzzword for us; it is our reality, our strength.

Collaboration: We believe in breaking down silos. Collaboration means working across committees, bridging generations, and engaging neighborhoods. We will continue to strengthen committee coordination and form deeper partnerships within our community. Our League should be recognized as a network of purpose, fueled by the passion and dedication of its members.

This non-election year offers us a valuable opportunity to reflect, regroup, and reimagine how we can best serve our community. We feel incredibly grateful to join a team that is forward-thinking, purpose-driven, and rooted in action.

Aftermath of Fluoride Ban

SB 700, aka Florida Farm Bill, passed the Florida legislature and was signed into law by the Governor on May 15. This bill included a ban on adding fluoride to Florida's public water systems, pre-empting local municipalities from making that decision. The ban goes into effect on July 1, 2025.

This law will have a negative impact on the public heath, especially those in marginalized communities without the resources for dental care. Our League has held two general meetings related to the fluoride ban and dental health. Both can viewed on our YouTube channel.

April 9 program: Fluoridation: History, Health and What Evidence-Based Science Says

May 14 program: Better Teeth, Better Health

Wednesday, June 11, 7 p.m.

Transcending Inclusivity: Understanding Your Trans and Gender Diverse Clients

The guest speaker for the June general meeting will be Misty Eyez, MBA, MHA, CSSGB. Misty is a dynamic keynote speaker, educator, and fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion. She currently serves as the director of three life-changing programs at SunServe, supporting and empowering marginalized communities. She will speak and educate on the LGBTQ+ community, transgender rights, and the impact on voting. She will discuss ways that LWVBC can help support transgender voters and the LGBTQ+ community as a whole.

Join us for this Zoom meeting by registering NOW

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Making Broward safer, one preschool at a time

Week after week, the Broward League distributes free gun locks at preschools, as is pictured here. Volunteers call the schools and then more volunteers deliver the gun locks. Our League has made over 1,000 presentations and distributed 35,000 free gun locks and 100,000 pieces of literature through partnership with over 300 community organizations! If you'd like to join us by making calls, delivering supplies, or tabling at events, please email: BarbaraMarkley@bellsouth.net. You could help save a life!

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