League of Women Voters of Indiana

09/10/2026

Who makes decisions about the issues affecting your community?

Local government is one of the levels of government Hoosiers interact with most often, but it can also be one of the easiest to misunderstand. Indiana’s laws organize local government into different structures, including cities and towns, counties, and townships. Each has its own officials, governing bodies, responsibilities, and authority under Indiana law. That means the person responsible for one community issue may not be the same person responsible for another. For example, when you have a concern about an issue in your neighborhood, it is helpful to first ask:

Where is the issue located?
What type of government is responsible?
Which official or governing body has authority over it?

Understanding these distinctions can help you move from simply having a concern to knowing where decisions are made and how to participate in the process. This post provides a general overview and is not a complete explanation of local government responsibilities. We encourage Hoosiers to conduct individual research and review Indiana law to learn more about the specific government officials and bodies responsible for issues in their community.

Learn more by exploring the Indiana Code through the Indiana General Assembly: Title 36 Local Government - https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/36

09/09/2026

Don't forget to check VOTE411 this election season. VOTE411.org is a nonpartisan, online resource created by the League of Women Voters Education Fund. The site provides reliable information to help voters participate in the election process. You can register to vote, check your voter registration, find your local polling site, view personalized ballots, learn about candidates, and more, all in one place! Visit vote411.org today.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize the hardworking Hoosiers in the State of Indiana whose contributions help strengthen our families, communities, and economy.

Today is an opportunity to reflect on the value of work and the people who keep Indiana moving forward.

Happy Labor Day from the League of Women Voters of Indiana!

09/07/2026

Early voting is right around the corner!

Now is a good time to make sure you’re registered and have a plan for how you’ll participate this election season.

Not registered? Don’t wait. Check your registration or register to vote here: https://indianavoters.in.gov before the October 5 deadline. Visit https://www.vote411.org to check your ballot!

09/06/2026

There are 23 local leagues across the Hoosier state. Please consider joining us to help defend democracy. Find your local league here: https://www.lwvin.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=42001&module_id=469889

09/05/2026

We deserve maps shaped by public input, not political shortcuts. Although a mid-cycle redistricting attempt was struck down in the Indiana Senate last December, the topic may return in the upcoming legislative session. Hoosiers, ensure your opposition to early redistricting is clear by signing the following petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/no-midcycle-redistricting?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUHBhNjbGNrBQcEpnBkb2YBZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEe_zxY3hDhi9U6oZsgHlupA6uO6_9ym4KX_dR2n_na9X5Lzb7DTVNv3DdIIrA_aem_5J5NkoOHMiaIbbECPcJ1FA

09/04/2026

Check out the young leaders of tomorrow participating in civic action early on! Kudos to the amazing Voting Advocates and their mentors!

🗳️✨ Making democracy work!

LWV Indy Student Voting Advocates, alongside mentor Molly Schrader, attended the Wayne Township Schools Cultural Carnival—and had a great time connecting with community members about the importance of voting!

We’re proud to see young people leading the way in empowering voters and strengthening our democracy. 💙

09/04/2026

Not everything you see online is the full story.

Being an informed voter means knowing how to evaluate the information you receive. Before sharing a political claim or news story, check the source, look for evidence, and compare coverage from reliable outlets. Pause. Check. Verify.
Read more: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/09/02/is-indy-news-biased-heres-my-advice-for-finding-reliable-sources/?_bhlid=aed02bc7a1451406807fe04a13a961c1be285fa9

09/03/2026

Voter Registration Day Reminder

Are you registered to vote? Make sure your information is up to date before the October 5 deadline. Check your registration and get election-ready at Vote411.org.

09/02/2026

The Election Protection Hotline is a nonpartisan service that seeks to ensure voters understand their rights; can successfully navigate the voting process; and have an outlet to report problems encountered at the polls. Keep the contact information for the hotline available as you make your voting plan for the November election. Learn more about the Election Protection Hotline here: https://866ourvote.org/about/