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The League Presents: Mental Health – A Community Conversation, Part 1

June 8, 2023

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month which has been observed in the U.S. since 1949., Marcia Johnson, League president, had a conversation about this very important subject. Many in Newton have experienced mental health challenges, whether it be themselves personally, a family member, friend or co-worker. This is the first of a two-part program where the League will familiarize you with some of the resources and services available to community residents. Marcia Johnson, has a conversation with:

  • Suzi Newman, NAMI Newton/Wellesley, President
  • Meghan Kennedy, Director of Social Services, Newton’s Health & Human Services Department

The focus of the conversation was youth/students, families, and seniors and the availability of resources from City Hall and non-profits, such as NAMI.

Watch this episode

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Annual Meeting: June 15, 2023

June 5, 2023

We will be holding our Annual Meeting in-person for the first time in three years. Hearty hors d’oevres will be provided.

When:  June 15, 2023, 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Allen Center for Arts & Culture, 35 Webster Street, West Newton
Recommended Donation: $30.00

View the 2023 Annual Meeting Workbook.
You must be a member in good standing (dues paid) in order to attend.

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Anti-LGBTQIA+ Backlash: What can you do to push back?

June 3, 2023

Anti-LGBTQIA+ initiatives are taking root throughout the country and Newton is not immune, as evidenced by the recent anti-drag protest in Newton Centre.  Hear from the ACLU’s Ruth Bourquin about the context, consequences, and responses to the anti-LBGTQIA+ backlash at this month’s virtual topic meeting.

Register in advance to receive your Zoom link.  This meeting is free and open to the public.

Categories: Topic Meetings

June is Pride Month

June 3, 2023

Throughout the month of June, Newton Celebrates Pride with events like Newton Theatre Company’s The Monologue Project: LGBTQ+ Voices and author talks at the Newton Free Library. See the full list of events on the City of Newton’s website and be sure to join us for LWVN’s June 13 Topic Meeting (virtual) Anti-LGBTQIA+ Backlash: What can you do to push back?

Anyone can be an ally.  Here are some helpful resources to learn how…

  • NPR’s “A Guide to Gender Identity Terms“
  • Seventeen’s YouTube video “Why Pronouns Matter”
  • The Trevor Project’s Guide to Being an Ally to Transgender and Non-binary Youth

Categories: News

POSTPONED: Community Conversation on Mental Health

May 20, 2023

Though May is Mental Health Awareness month, we will unfortunately have to postpone this event until later in the year.

We hope to convene our panel at a later dat and will invite all in our community to an important and relevant conversation on mental health.

  • Suzi Newman, President of  NAMI Newton/Wellesley
  • Meghan Kennedy, Director of Social Services, Newton’s  Health & Human Services Department 
  • A member of the Newton Public Schools Guidance Staff

The panel will provide in-depth information about accessing and leveraging school and city resources; helping young adults – A journey not a destination through NAMI; and the power of the community – it takes a village.

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LWVMA 2023 State Convention

May 1, 2023

The LWVMA Convention will be held in-person for the first time since 2019!  This Convention will be hybrid, so there is an option to participate virtually.

Where Clark University, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA & Zoom
When Saturday, June 10, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (in-person)
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Zoom)

More information to follow.

Learn More.

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The League Presents... is a monthly program on NewTV produced and directed by LWVN members about issues important to our community.

  • The League Presents: Mental Health – A Community Conversation, Part 1
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Anti-LGBTQIA+ initiatives are taking root throughout the country and Newton is not immune. Hear from the ACLU’s Ruth Bourquin about the context, consequences, and responses to the anti-LBGTQIA+ backlash at this month’s virtual topic meeting. This meeting is free and open to the community. Register in advance: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lfuyhrzwtGNTYlmG-GpCBxTa1Z5MS81Ga#/registration ... See MoreSee Less

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