League of Women Voters of Indiana

Please join the All IN for Democracy coalition and the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus for an engaging conversation regarding voting rights in the Hoosier state. The webinar is scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00pm Eastern. Please register for the event here:
https://commoncause-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XY_lAwHcRFqNY-Mjt0bXKA #/registration

How could recent court decisions affect redistricting and voting rights in Indiana?

Join members of the All IN for Democracy coalition and the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus for a virtual discussion on the implications of Louisiana v. Callais and what it could mean for redistricting, representation, and voting rights in the Hoosier state.

Date: June 15, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual Webinar

This is an opportunity to learn more about a complex legal and policy issue, hear from experts, and stay informed about developments that could shape Indiana's electoral landscape. Register using the QR code or webinar link provided in the flyer: https://commoncause-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XY_lAwHcRFqNY-Mjt0bXKA #/registration

The League of Women Voters of Indiana brings Hoosiers together to learn about public policy, elections, and issues affecting our state through education, advocacy, and civic engagement. Whether you're looking to stay informed, connect with others, or make a difference in your community, there's a place for you in the League.

Join us as we work to empower voters and strengthen democracy across Indiana: https://www.lwvin.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=42001&module_id=469889

Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology is becoming a larger part of Indiana's public safety landscape. There are over 2,500 automated license plate readers in the Hoosier state. Supporters point to its ability to help law enforcement quickly locate stolen vehicles, identify vehicles connected to criminal activities, and find missing/endangered persons. Critics, including organizations such as Eyes Off Indiana, raise concerns regarding data privacy and government surveillance.

What are your thoughts regarding ALPR technology use in Indiana?

Child care doesn’t exist in isolation, it sits inside a larger policy system that includes wages, workplace benefits, and paid family leave.

When paid leave isn’t available, families are often forced into immediate child care decisions during one of the most vulnerable periods, weeks after birth or adoption, when options are limited and costs are highest. That early gap creates ripple effects across Indiana’s child care system, workforce stability, and family finances. This conversation isn’t about one policy being “right” or “wrong,” but about recognizing how these systems interact and where Indiana families are feeling the strain most.
Read more here: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/03/03/when-we-talk-about-child-care-we-need-to-talk-about-paid-leave/

Public meetings are one way Hoosiers can stay informed about issues affecting their communities and learn more about how state government works.

The Indiana Rare Diseases Advisory Council will meet on Thursday, June 5, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. The council advises state leaders on issues impacting individuals and families affected by rare diseases, including access to care, treatment, and resources.

Location: Indiana Department of Health 2 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46204
Can't attend in person? The meeting will also be livestreamed. Find the link below: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://click.subscription.in.gov/?qs%3DABB7InYiOjEsImQiOjQ4ODl9AA0AAAAAAFNt7-qJIcxuCVhHu2mHow1lQQcViz8ogrzeaNbfpYgTfs6NZ0ECPVY5DA6J5cT919HT9skEO-6cwYsS2HDZP-Yxgv3PVUfPhCrkY9k&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw0VoVUhR9ROhXHN6KQnO2ld

Pride has always been more than a celebration -- it's a movement.

This Pride Month, we honor the LGBTQ+ advocates and organizers who have pushed our country closer to its democratic ideals.

Pride is protest. Pride is power. Pride is community. Happy Pride Month!

Indiana's near-total abortion ban remains in effect after the Indiana Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to the law earlier this month. It's important to note that the Court did not issue a new ruling on abortion rights. Instead, it chose not to review the case, meaning previous court decisions upholding the law will stand.

The ban, which first took effect in 2023, allows abortion only under limited circumstances, including certain cases of r**e, in**st, fatal fetal anomalies, or when the life or health of the pregnant person is at serious risk. But the legal debate isn't over. A separate challenge argues that the ban violates Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and oral arguments in that case are expected later this year. Read more: https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/05/15/indiana-abortion-ban-law-stands-as-state-supreme-court-rejects-challenge/

What happens when someone has nowhere to go?

That's one of the questions at the center of Indiana's new camping ban, which takes effect July 1, 2026. For some Hoosiers, the law represents a step toward addressing concerns about public spaces and connecting people with services. For others, it raises concerns about what happens when housing, shelter beds, or support systems aren't readily available.

The debate isn't just about where people can sleep. It's about how communities balance public safety, individual dignity, access to resources, and long-term solutions to homelessness. No matter where you stand, one thing is clear: policies have real impacts on real people.

Democracy lives in the light when we move beyond headlines, understand the facts, and engage in conversations about the challenges facing our communities. What role should state and local government play in addressing homelessness in Indiana?

Read more: https://mirrorindy.org/indiana-homeless-camping-ban-senate-bill-285-indianapolis-streets-home/

Senate Bill 285: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/285/details