Waynesboro is known for its active community spirit. Now, there's a new effort to boost local democracy. The League of Women Voters in the Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro area is back. Their goal? To make democracy stronger right where people live.

The group focuses on voter education and civic engagement. They want to create safe spaces for tough conversations. Topics like voting rights, public safety, and youth involvement are on the table. The aim is to make sure everyone's voice is heard.

This isn't just talk. The group has already teamed up with the local NAACP. Together, they collected over 800 pounds of food and raised $2, 000. This went to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. It's a clear example of how community action can make a real difference.

Across Virginia, young people are stepping up. The LWV-VA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and the Youth Council raised $6, 300. This money went to Virginia food banks. It shows that democracy isn't just about policies. It's about people working together.

The group invites everyone to join. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. They take place at the Staunton Library at 6 p. m. It's a chance to meet neighbors and shape the community.


    # Waynesboro's New Effort to Boost Local Democracy

    **The League of Women Voters is back in the Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro area.**

    ## Focus on Voter Education and Civic Engagement

    - **Goal:** Strengthen democracy at the local level.
    - **Topics:** Voting rights, public safety, youth involvement.
    - **Objective:** Ensure every voice is heard.

    ## Community Action in Action

    - **Partnership:** Collaborated with the local NAACP.
    - **Achievements:**
      - Collected over 800 pounds of food.
      - Raised $2,000 for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.

    ## Youth Involvement Across Virginia

    - **Initiative:** LWV-VA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and Youth Council.
    - **Achievement:** Raised $6,300 for Virginia food banks.
    - **Message:** Democracy is about people working together.

    ## Join the Movement

    - **Meetings:** Fourth Tuesday of each month.
    - **Location:** Staunton Library.
    - **Time:** 6 p.m.
    - **Opportunity:** Meet neighbors and shape the community.

    

Waynesboro's Fresh Start: Reviving Local Democracy

Focus on Voter Education and Civic Engagement

Community Action in Action

Youth Involvement Across Virginia

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