The League of Women in Government
The League of Women in Government was founded in 2015 and is the only national group representing women in local government. The League serves as the umbrella organization for state and regional groups that support local and statewide initiatives that advance women to local government leadership. The League’s objective is to move the needle forward on the number of women serving at the most senior and executive levels in local government.
Our Mission
The League of Women in Government’s mission is to support local and statewide organizations that advance women in local government senior executive leadership.
Together, We Support, Educate, Mentor, and Encourage by:
- Providing information and data to show public officials the value of gender balance & gender diversity in local government leadership;
- Strengthening relationships between local government groups supporting women; and
- Providing local government women leadership and professional development opportunities via grants and scholarships.
Organization Status
The League of Women in Government is governed by an unpaid chief administrative officer and board members from across the country. The League is a fiscal project of OneOC, a California 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
IF WOMEN MAKE UP MORE THAN
50 PERCENT OF STATE & LOCAL
GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES
AND MORE THAN 50 PERCENT OF
MASTER OF PUBLIC
ADMINISTRATION
GRADUATES ARE WOMEN
WHY ARE THERE SO
FEW FEMALE CHIEF
EXECUTIVES?
Resources
Job Board
The League is working with recruiters across the nation to post opportunities on our Job Board and award winning electronic newsletter. Check in often to see what opportunity could be right for YOU!
League Newsletter
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