Illinois Democratic Women

Illinois Democratic Women of Will County Fall Meeting

 
What: Fall Meeting and Candidate Showcase

When: Saturday, October 28 10am-noon

Where: Rasmussen College, 1400 W Normantown Rd, Romeoville

This is great opportunity for attendees to hear directly from the candidates and to learn more about how to get involved in these local elections. There are a number of ways you can help to ensure we elect more Democrats in 2018

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*Illinois Democratic Women of Will County is chartered with Illinois Democratic Women.

Democratic Women of Kendall County Fall Celebration

 
What: DWKC Fall Celebration with Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza

When: Tuesday, November 7 5:30-8pm

Where: White Tail Ridge Golf Course, 7671 Clubhouse Dr, Yorkville

Cost: $40 per person

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*This event is not sponsored by IDW, but is provided as an informational service to our members and friends.

2017 IDCCA Precinct Committeemen & Votebuilder Training

 
Sign up for training sessions at the IDCCA website

November 11 – Precinct Committeemen Training, Chamaign, IBEW Local 601, 10am

To learn more, contact Dan Kovats at 217-753-3380

For additional valuable resources including newsletters, events, etc., visit the IDCCA website.

*These events are not sponsored by IDW, but are provided as an informational service to our members and friends.

The 2018 Election Cycle is critical to Illinois and the nation. We need to engage Democrats across the state to ensure that we elect a Democratic Governor and legislature, as well as increasing the number of Democrats from Illinois in the U.S. Congress. Find new ways to connect with Democrats and take action to impact change locally and nationally. Meet new friends and invite them to join you at your township or county Democratic organization meetings and events.

Witness Slip Project (Illinois) – Impact legislation by filing witness slips on pending bills

Indivisible Groups – Find or create events in your area

Meetup – Find Democratic organizations and #Resist actions

5calls – Resources to make calls regarding national issues important to you

Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association –  Check out this site for events and training opportunities near you.

Illinois Democratic Women is a statewide organization consisting of both women and men working together to elect Democrats, strengthen the Democratic Party and advocate for progressive issues.

Membership includes:

• Discounted Admission to Annual Convention
• Networking Events
• Education and Training Events
• Monthly Newsletters
• Award Eligibility
• And much, much more!

To join online with a credit card, click here.  Or you can download and print the Member Application and mail the application with your membership fee.

Our membership year runs from July 1-June 30. Members of our chartered organizations have paid dues through their local affiliates; Democratic Women of DuPage County, Democratic Women of the South Suburbs, Illinois Democratic Women of Will County.

IDW is pleased to announce that Comptroller Susana Mendoza will receive the 2017 Hillary Rodham Clinton Award at the 45th Annual Convention Dinner on September 16. The HRC Award honors a current state, county, or municipal office holder.

Susana A. Mendoza was elected Illinois Comptroller on November 8, 2016. She became the first Hispanic to ever run for and win a statewide office in Illinois as a Democrat.

Prior to her election as Illinois Comptroller, Susana was the first woman ever elected to the office of the Clerk of the City of Chicago. Before City Clerk, Susana proudly served six terms as a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives from 2001 to 2011 during which period she also spent time as the co-chairwoman of the bi-partisan group, Conference of Women Legislators. In 2010, Mendoza was selected by the National Conference of Women Legislators, at the behest of the US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, to serve as one of only seven women representing the United States as an international observer of the Iraqi elections in Baghdad. In 2012, Ms. Mendoza was presented with the national “Katie’s Hero Award” for her efforts in passing HB3238 which requires DNA collection for felony arrests and works to keep rapists and violent criminals off the streets. She has been recognized for her leadership and legislation on social services, education, law enforcement, job creation and animal welfare.

In a field still often dominated by men, Susana Mendoza credits her tenacity to get things done to her time as the only girl soccer player on all-boys soccer teams during her youth. Her hard work and success serve as an example to women everywhere that anything is possible.

The award will be presented at the evening program, Saturday, September 16 at the Crowne Plaza, 3000 S Dirksen Parkway in Springfield. Author and activist Krystal Ball will be the keynote speaker. Doors will open at 6:00pm. To register for the convention, click here.

The 2018 Election Cycle is critical to Illinois and the nation. We need to engage Democrats across the state to ensure that we elect a Democratic Governor and legislature, as well as increasing the number of Democrats from Illinois in the U.S. Congress. Find new ways to connect with Democrats and take action to impact change locally and nationally. Meet new friends and invite them to join you at your township or county Democratic organization meetings and events.

Witness Slip Project (Illinois) – Impact legislation by filing witness slips on pending bills

Indivisible Groups – Find or create events in your area

Meetup – Find Democratic organizations and #Resist actions

5calls – Resources to make calls regarding national issues important to you

Illinois Democratic County Chairs Association –  Check out this site for events and training opportunities near you.

Illinois Women will March on Springfield for a progressive agenda and responsible budget for all. On Tuesday, April 25, 2017, join more than 50 partner organizations in supporting an agenda including: Women’s Health, Responsible Budget, Labor & Economic Issues, Immigration, Criminal Justice Reform, LGBTQ, Civil & Disability Rights, the Environment, Education, Animal Rights, Gun Safety, Healthcare, the ERA, Homeless and more.

The LEGISLATION LIST and ADVOCACY TOOLS are on the website:
http://www.illinoiswomenmarchonspringfield.org/legislation/

PARTNERS
The Illinois Women March on Springfield coalition includes 90 partner organizations and a growing list of elected official endorsements.
See who is participating at these links:
http://www.illinoiswomenmarchonspringfield.org/partners/
http://www.illinoiswomenmarchonspringfield.org/elected-officials/

This event is not sponsored by Illinois Democratic Women, but is provided as an informational service to our members and friends.

Chris King, a Galesburg native, grew up
appreciating her community for its spirit. She attended King Elementary School and Lombard Middle School and graduated from Galesburg High School in 2012. King is presently employed as a veterinarian technician with Animal Medical Center.

Her passion for animals led Chris to work with the City of Galesburg to improve its animal codes. Her commitment to civic engagement resulted in an appointment to the Galesburg Community Relations Commission in 2016.

At a young age, Chris learned the meaning of hard work and patience due to her mother’s physical disabilities. She learned to adjust and think of new ways to tackle hard issues.That attitude carried over into King’s adult life, and Chris now applies her skills in various ways throughout the community.

Chris is an active member of Galesburg on Track, a community revitalization project supported by the City of Galesburg and the Galesburg Community Foundation. She is committed to empowering residents so they can voice their concerns and work toward positive, city-wide change.

Prior to public engagement,Chris was involved in the Galesburg arts scene. She worked for the Prairie Players Community Theater and served as board treasurer for the Galesburg Community Chorus. Chris also mentored children at The Performing Arts Academy and contributed her artistic talents behind the scenes. Currently, Chris sings at First Lutheran Church and sits on the Inclusive Faith Committee, which created Safe Space – a social outreach group for young adults.

King hopes the various roles she has embraced since her teen years will encourage other young community members to step up and assume leadership positions. Chris believes that community drive and passion will help shape a better future for Galesburg.