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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Women's Council promotes initiatives to empower women, serves as a clearinghouse for information on programs and resources, conducts research on the status of women, and engages in unique partnerships to address barriers and inequalities affecting Wisconsin women. The Women's Council is comprised of 15 members appointed by the Governor and Legislative leaders.



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America's Heros

THANK YOU! to the women and men working tirelessly on the frontlines battling COVID-19 and keeping essential businesses and services going across Wisconsin.

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of the 3.3 Million Registered Nurses in the United States are women.

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Webpage of Wisconsin's 19th Amendment Centennial Celebration Committee 

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Participate in the statewide bell ringing! 

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2020-08-17 (5).png​Governor and First Lady Evers on the National Suffrage Centennial and Wisconsin's Virtual elebration


Listen to First Lady Kathy Evers' Democratic Radio Address on the centennial celebration of women's suffrage and the ratification of the 19th Amendment. Listen​​​

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THOUGHTS ON WOMEN'S RIGHT TO VOTE from Women in the Wisconsin State Legislature


2020-08-17 (7).pngVideo Series: Celebrating Big Moments: 100 Years of Women’s Suffrage from the Wisconsin Historical Society


 Learn what Wisconsin is doing to celebrate the centennial. Find teacher and other educational resources, fun facts and local events, at:

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Program Spotlight

TB Logo generic sm.jpg  Wisconsin's Governor's Trailblazer Awards for Women in Business

The Governor’s Trailblazer Awards celebrate women's long history of entrepreneurship and deep roots in Wisconsin's broader business community.  The Awards recognize the success of women business owners whose work has carved a path for women business owners today.  

Since 2007, more than 80 women, across 32 Wisconsin counties, have been recognized with a Governor's Trailblazer Award for Women in Business. These Trailblazers come from across Wisconsin, representing businesses large and small and a wide range of industries.  

Awards are currently postponed. Additional information will be provided as available. Follow this page for updates.