Celina Stewart

Whether litigating in court against efforts to restrict voter access or rallying grassroots support for pro-voter legislation, the League is an important advocate both nationally and at the state and local level in the movement to make elections more accessible for all Americans.

Here to speak with us about the League of Women Voters' mission to create a more perfect democracy, as well as their plans for 2026 and beyond, is its CEO, Celina Stewart.

Celina, welcome to Democracy Optimist.

Thank you.

So thank you, thank you for the invitation.

Well, it's great to speak with you.

And first, I'd like you to tell us how you became involved with the League and ultimately becoming its CEO.

You know, I don't know if people know this, but I went to people know that I went to Spelman College in Atlanta.