Honoring Courageous Leaders
The recipients of the 2023 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award - a truly extraordinary group of individuals!
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The National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) is pleased to announce the winners of its “Ending Period Poverty with NFWL Contest.” The contest aimed to raise awareness about period poverty and to support innovative solutions to address this issue.
Thanks to Kimberly-Clark and its U by Kotex® brand, each winner will receive a $1,000 donation of period products to the community initiative of their choice, and the opportunity to be featured on NFWL’s social media channels throughout the month of May leading up to Period Poverty Awareness Week, May 22-28, 2023.
After receiving numerous entries from across the country, NFWL is proud to recognize these winners.
Interested in staying up to date with NFWL’s work on ending period poverty? Hoping to host an event in your state? Get Involved
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Join us! We`re seeking dedicated members to join our Nominating Committee. As a member, you`ll have the opportunity to:
🗣️ Present the Director`s slate at Annual Conference
📝 Work in conjunction with the Chair in appointing members to committees and Committee Chairs
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Join our team of dedicated State Directors at NFWL! 🤝 As a State Director, you`ll be the driving force behind connecting elected women with incredible opportunities and resources. 🙌
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Celebrating Remarkable Women: The Elected Women of Excellence Award! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce this year`s winners of the Elected Women of Excellence Award! 🏆 These incredible women have shattered barriers and overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles to serve their communities and champion the causes they are passionate about.
As we approach our 85th anniversary this November, it continues to shine a spotlight on these extraordinary women who have dedicated their lives to public service. 🎉
Join us in applauding these pacesetters, trailblazers, and advocates for positive change.
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Join us! We`re seeking dedicated members to join our Bylaws Committee. As a member, you`ll have the opportunity to:
🔍 Review the existing bylaws
📝 Recommend changes for improvement
🗣 Present subsequent changes at our annual general membership meeting
🧐 Ensure our organization is in compliance with the bylaws
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Congratulations to Ayushi Mehta for her selection in Leadership Austin`s Emerge 17 - 2024 class! 🌟🎉 This incredible opportunity will equip her and her fellow participants with the tools and resources needed to bolster Austin through their exceptional leadership.
Honoring Courageous Leaders! 🌟
This year, the spotlight shines brightly on five remarkable South Carolina Senators: Katrina Shealy, Margie Bright Matthews, Mia McLeod, Sandy Senn, and Penry Gustafson as recipients of the 2023 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award - a truly extraordinary group of individuals!
These inspiring women have made history by coming together across party lines to filibuster a near-total abortion ban in their state. Their unwavering commitment to safeguarding women`s rights serves as a powerful testament to the values of courage, unity, and leadership. 🌐🤝
Join us in celebrating their incredible achievement and the positive change they`ve brought to South Carolina and beyond. 🎉 Let their example remind us all that courage knows no boundaries, and together, we can make a difference. 💪❤️
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🌟 Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth by shining a light on the incredible legacy of historic Hispanic women in politics who have paved the way for change and progress. From trailblazers who broke barriers to advocates who fought tirelessly for justice, these women have left an indelible mark on history. Let`s honor their contributions and continue to empower the next generation of leaders!
Veronica Escobar- First of two Latinas from Texas to serve in Congress
Susana Martinez- First Hispanic female governor in the history of the United States
Sonia Sotomayor- First Latina to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States
Catherine Cortez Masto- First Latina ever elected to the United States Senate
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen- First Latina elected to the US Congress
Our September newsletter has just dropped! 🌟
Featuring everything from sign-ups for the 2024 Annual Conference to a captivating article by NFWL Policy Director, Brenna Kehew Sculley. Our monthly newsletter is brimming with exciting updates. Ensure you don`t overlook your final opportunity to nominate exceptional women for the 2023 Women of Excellence Awards and to make your mark on NFWL!
Head to your inbox and stay in the loop!📬
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