President and CEO, Wendy Doyle, submitted testimony on SB283 relating to higher education financial aid for families of military members. Read a summary of what she had to say.

This year’s boom of female candidates has been likened to a “pink wave.” But the problem with waves is they recede. Let’s all keep working to build a more inclusive future where the government truly reflects the diversity of the people it serves.

Amanda has been appointed to the Liquor Control Board of Kansas City.

Governor Laura Kelly, a former state senator, is the third woman to ever be elected to the office in Kansas History. She spoke to the Women’s Foundation about her background as a public servant, the challenges she has faced, and why she hopes even more women get involved in their communities.

State Senator Lauren Arthur was elected in 2018, becoming the youngest woman ever to serve in the Missouri Senate. She won a special election on June 5, 2018 and spoke to the Women’s Foundation about why she decided to run for office and why she hopes even more women do the same.

In the wake of a historic year for women candidates, the Women’s Foundation’s Appointments Project® today released new research on the benefits of gender diversity and a set of best practices to help municipal leaders increase the diversity and effectiveness of public boards and commissions.

The Women's Foundation today commended the record number of women sworn in to office in the Missouri General Assembly. According to the Jefferson City News Tribune, the 100th Missouri General Assembly will include 50 women lawmakers, a record for the state.