League of Women Voters, Carteret County

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization serving the community of Carteret County since 1996, encouraging informed and active participation in government. We influence public policy through education and advocacy. Become involved with a dynamic group of women and men here in Carteret County. Learn about the latest issues and legislation in our county and how this impacts you.

Voter rights

February updates

Greetings everyone, this has been a busy year already and much to celebrate! Especially regarding the ERA front– After more than 40 years after it first took up this matter, the North Carolina General Assembly may consider finally ratifying The Equal

Protecting voter rights

Click here for Voting Facts Our League Believes in Safe and Fair Elections Expanded ability to register new voters when past practices are limited by safer-at-home orders and cancelled public events. Expanded options to make a request to receive an

Next League Meeting- Thursday, September 18th- 5:30 pm- Promise Land Market. Brooke Barnhill – Post Overdose Team Manager will give us an Update on Opioid Deaths in Carteret County. Please come and join us. Dinner is on you.

Chamber and League of Women Voters to Host 2025 Candidate Forums

Election season is nearly here, and with it comes an important opportunity for Carteret County residents to meet and hear directly from those seeking to represent them. The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce is once again partnering with the League of Women Voters of Carteret County to host a series of public Candidate Forums this fall.

These forums provide a neutral platform where community members can listen, ask questions, and learn more about the individuals running for office. Both the Chamber and the League are non-profit, nonpartisan organizations that do not endorse candidates or political parties.

Click here to submit a question in advance

Click on below links for the replay to the forums held to date–

Morehead City Mayor Forum, NC- September 23, 2025
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzSTAQQGFfo&list=PLOQlo9pxBoxiUFl3VjkJYozO8TwuPHBh6&index=1&pp=iAQB
Beaufort, NC Board of Commissioners Forum – Sept. 30, 2025
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7oFY32Z7L8&list=PLOQlo9pxBoxiUFl3VjkJYozO8TwuPHBh6&index=2&pp=iAQB
Cedar Point Board of Commissioners, NC – Oct. 2, 2025
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zmh8arnAhE&list=PLOQlo9pxBoxiUFl3VjkJYozO8TwuPHBh6&index=1&pp=iAQB

Upcoming Candidate Forum Schedule

Cape Carteret Town Hall, Oct. 7, 6-7:30 pm
Emerald Isle Community Center, Oct. 9, 6-7:30 pm
PKS Town Hall, Oct. 14, 6-7:30 pm
Newport Town Hall, Oct. 15, 6-7:30 pm

These forums are free and open to the public. We encourage all residents to attend, engage, and take part in the democratic process.