LWVAL Convention 2017 - Transparency in Government Award
Read about the
LWVAL 2017 Transparency in Government Award
and the 2017 winner in this
media release.
Want to attend this gala celebration?
The LWVAL Transparency in Government Award
Celebration & Reception is the highlight of
LWVAL Convention 2017!
BUT anyone may attend this event.
You do not have to be a League Member.
The public is welcome!
Reserve your place today!
ABOUT THIS AWARD: In 2015 the League of Women Voters of Alabama (LWVAL) created the Transparency in Government Award to recognize efforts to bring greater transparency to governmental decision-making in Alabama at any political level. Nominees may be elected or appointed government officials, citizens, or members of nonprofits who have worked to increase transparency.
This biennial award will be presented at the LWVAL’s 2017 State Convention in Mobile, April 29-30, 2017.
State President Dr. Anne Permaloff explains: “LWVAL and its members believe that transparency in government is one of the major mechanisms for making government accountable to the people. It enhances public trust in government officials and their decisions and is essential in making democracy work.”
According to the Congressional Research Service, transparency in government includes giving the public access to relevant information used by decision makers, with the information presented in a comprehensive format and with opportunities for the public to analyze and respond.
LWVAL Members, you are encouraged to come
for the entire LWVAL Convention 2017!
You do not have to be a delegate to attend.
ALL members are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Register for convention.