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Empower and inspire elected women to become thought leaders who shape America’s future.

Empower and inspire elected women to become thought leaders who shape America’s future.

Since 1938, NFWL has served as a forum for elected women from across the country to be empowered through information and experience. As the oldest organization for elected women in America and the ONLY one that includes women on the city, county and state levels, we encourage our members to take leadership roles and form connections across the aisle.

Annual Conference 2024

November 11-13 Atlanta, GA

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2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

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A podcast featuring elected women with common goals to exchange legislative ideas and reach across the aisle. Hosted by the National Foundation for Women’s Legislators, this podcast provides a direct line to the leaders that the organization empowers. 

NFWL is looking for strong leaders like you!

Membership in NFWL is automatically granted at no charge to the over 5,000 elected women in the country on the state, county and municipal levels. Stay connected with the organization and take advantage of the resources and opportunities that NFWL has to offer by filling out your Membership Profile today.

ACTION CENTER

Join a Committee

Join us in amplifying women’s voices in policymaking and making a lasting impact. Be a part of an NFWL committee and help shape the future. Learn more and fill out your willingness to serve today!

Attend a Leadership Academy Session

Enhance your leadership skills and connect with fellow elected women by joining an NFWL Leadership Academy session! These interactive sessions provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools to help you lead with confidence.

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NFWL Upcoming events

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2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Join us in New Orleans LA November 16-19

Join us in New Orleans, Louisiana, this November for an engaging Annual Conference where we’ll convene over a wide range of policy topics and participate in interactive workshops, panels, and discussions designed to equip you with actionable strategies and insights.

2025 HEALTHCARE SUMMIT

Join us in Washington DC July 9-10

Join us in Washington, DC, this November for an engaging Annual Conference where we’ll convene over a wide range of policy topics and participate in interactive workshops, panels, and discussions designed to equip you with actionable strategies and insights.

ABOUT NFWL

The Mission of NFWL

Is to provide strategic resources to elected women for leadership development, exchange of diverse legislative ideas, and effective governance through conferences, state outreach, educational materials, professional and personal relationships, and networking. We encourage the election and/or appointment of women to public office.

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