NFWL’s own Jody Thomas was recently quoted in an article about the need for more women in the Pennsylvania legislature. “According to the National Foundation for Women Legislators, fundraising and a lack of support from political parties are two of the largest barriers women face when getting elected. But another barrier is the gender roles […]
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NFWL Receives Public Service Award From Safe America Foundation
Michigan State Senator Judy Emmons and members of the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) are jointly receiving the Public Service Award for their work educate the public on the growing crisis in human trafficking.
Read Full Post >>NFWL Conference Speaker Hon. J.C. Watts Jr on Criminal Justice Reform
On Monday, I am honored to discuss the importance of criminal justice reform with the outstanding group of local, state and federal legislators at the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) conference in Oklahoma City. Our country’s unparalleled incarceration rates have come at a significant cost to public safety and fiscal health, and they’ve had a devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities across Oklahoma and the entire country.
Read Full Post >>NFWL Conference Op Ed, Oklahoma Ready for Criminal Justice Reform
On Sept. 12-13 in Oklahoma City, Keri will share her story at the National Federation for Women Legislators’ Annual Conference, joining the stage with legislators from both parties to highlight success stories from states that have started to safely reduce their prison populations and provide more opportunities for rehabilitation.
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