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Upcoming Events

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for our public information session. Learn more!

Summer “Field Trip” for Tuesday Topics
June 3 | Noon | Auditorium at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park

Tuesday Topics banner1515 SE Monroe Street, Topeka, KS 66612-1143
Arrive a few minutes early, presentation begins at noon.

Our topic is “Educational Inequality” and our program will be presented by Ranger Lawson Nwakudo. This educational and inspiring event will delve into post-Civil War America, the Reconstruction Period, discriminatory laws, and more. All are welcome to attend—don’t miss this powerful opportunity to better understand the long struggle for equality in education.

Summer “Field Trip” for Tuesday Topics
July 8 | Noon | KBI Forensic Science Center

** NOTE: The July 8 date is one week later than usual **

2001 SW Washburn Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604
Signup required as limited spaces are available. Tour includes some stairs, and walking/standing throughout. Sign up online to attend.


June 2025

The President’s Perspective

Glenda Overstreet Vaughn, Chapter President

Dr. Glenda Overstreet VaughnGreetings! What a great Tuesday Topics session held in May by members of the Kansas Reflector staff. We had 101 people joining us, including visitors, members and zoom attendees. A variety of topics in the format of questions and answers were addressed. Many thanks to our Tuesday Topics team!

For the month of June, we have the wonderful opportunity for a site visit at Brown vs Board. This is the 71st anniversary of the Brown v  Board of Education, and we are excited to arrange this opportunity for you.  

Read the full President’s message, including the link to the recording of the Kansas Reflector Q&A!


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The League of Women Voters has two separate and distinct roles:

  • Voters Services/Citizen Education: We present unbiased nonpartisan information about elections, the voting process and issues.

  • Action/Advocacy: We are also nonpartisan; but after study we use our positions to advocate for or against particular policies in the public interest.

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The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging the informed and active participation of citizens in government. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. We do not support nor oppose any political party or candidate.