Wisconsin Forward Statue

Welcome to

Wisconsin Women's Council

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.



​​
 

women with banner with words Equal Pay

Women in Government

In 2025, Women are underrepresented in elected positions.  Women are 50% of Wisconsin's population, yet hold only 22% of elected offices.

image of women with words End Violence Against Women

Women in the Legislature

In 2025, women are only 35% of the Wisconsin State Senators and Representatives.

image of a heart with words caregiving is a work of heart

Tribal Leadership

In 2025, Women comprise 44% of elected Tribal Leadership, closing in on parity with men. 

image of flowere in a pot with the words spend, earn, save ,invest, protect and borrow on the plant's leaves

Wisconsin Supreme Court

The Wisconsin Supreme Court is the one a​rea of Wisconsin State Government where women have exceeded parity​ with men. 

Next Meeting of the Wisconsin Women's Council
Friday, December 12, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
In-Person: 101 E. Wilson, Madison, WI 53703
Virtual: Teams Link ​​


News!

The Wisconsin Women’s Council released our​​ 2023-2025 Biennial Report spotlighting our key activities and initiatives over the past two years, including our contributions to Governor Evers’ 2024 Year of the Worker initiative.

Cover page of the Women's Council 2023-2025 Biennial Report







​​​