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Support Teams

The League could not function without the volunteers who provide services that support our operations and services. We encourage you to learn about and consider these important volunteer activities. League volunteers receive all needed training and support. The League welcomes your participation no matter how much time you have to give.

Communications

The Communications team assures that the League effectively communicates trustworthy information to inform members, support the work of League committees, and inform the public.

Communications functions include:

Managing the League’s social media sites to reach and engage a diverse audience
Preparing media releases and managing all contacts with the media
Assisting committees to develop print materials; providing final review and approval; overseeing printing and distribution
Reviewing and approving community presentations by League programs
Producing and distributing the League’s monthly newsletter
Managing and approving other internal communications to members

To learn more about Communications team volunteer opportunities that are vital to League operations and public information, email Communications@lwvtucson.com.

Informational Video - https://youtu.be/C6JlCfFKVh0

Office Support

The League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson operates an office that serves as the communication center for all League activities. Desk Volunteers are the face of the League to anyone calling or visiting the local office. The office is staffed Monday through Friday, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., except federal holidays, a December holiday break, and a three-month summer break. Regularly scheduled desk volunteers work two hours every other week. Backup volunteers are readily available in case of scheduling conflicts. Training and support is provided, and new volunteers shadow office experienced volunteers until they feel ready to work on their own.

Desk volunteer tasks include:

Greeting all who come to the office and providing the information requeste
Answering the phone
Responding to emails
Handling mail
Sending out new member packets
Recording new and renewal memberships
Processing event reservations
Special tasks as needed

Check out this Office Volunteers video for more information.

There is no better way to learn about the workings of the League. For more information about being a Desk Volunteer, email Desktop@lwvtucson.com or call 520-327-7652.

Technology and Equipment Support

Technology and Equipment Support volunteers assist League leaders and members with the use of computers and other equipment.

Technology functions include:

Maintaining an engaging, informative website that is a go-to resource for League members and the public
Serving as the League’s “help desk,” assisting members to use computer software, applications, devices and accessories
Planning and conducting training sessions with members on the use of equipment
Assisting with the recording of League events
Maintaining logs of LWVGT equipment (computers, projectors, cameras and related accessories) owned by the League and checked out by members for official use
Coordinating equipment maintenance and purchase when necessary

If you have an interest in tech support and office equipment, email League@lwvtucson.comor call 520-327-7652.

If you have an interest in website support, email Web@lwvtucson.com

Development / Fundraising

The annual Issues & Eggs breakfast program is our primary fundraiser, but we are always looking for additional ways to help fund our services. If you have experience or interest in fundraising, we welcome your ideas and participation. Email League@lwvtucson.com or call 520-327-7652.

Membership

The Membership Committee promotes, processes, and monitors League membership.

Membership functions include:

Developing and updating membership materials
Promoting League membership including providing information to community organizations
Staffing a table at certain League events
Connecting new members to League activities according to their interests
Acknowledging members
Processing memberships and renewals
Maintaining membership records
Assisting with League social activities

For more information about joining the Membership Committee, email Membership@lwvtucson.com or call 520-327-7652.

Informational Video - https://youtu.be/2V4VSBhnqIA

Social Committee

The Social Committee serves the League by fostering fun and camaderie. Their hospitality functions include:

Welcoming new League members
Planning online and in-person "Meet and Greet" events for League members
Planning and serving refreshments for the League's Voter Education Programs, which are open to the public

If you are interested in serving as a Social Committee volunteer, email Social@lwvtucson.com or call 520-327-7652.