Elected Women Across America

The Value of Connection at the Annual Conference | with Representative Kim Schofield Nov 21, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia with Georgia Representative Kim Schofield. Representative Schofield shares what she values about NFWL’s conferences and her immediate takeaways from this year’s conference.

This episode also features an exciting sponsor spotlight with Nicole Lopez, Global Director of Youth Safety Policy at Meta, who stepped into our Annual Conference Podcast studio to share with us the work that Meta is doing to address social media safety for youth by working with legislators.

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

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The Importance of a Support System | with Rep. Sheila Jones Nov 06, 2024

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

In this episode, Brenna sits down at our healthcare summit with Georgia State Representative Sheila Jones. Representative Jones discusses her motivation to run for office and the support system of family and friends that helped to get her where she is today. She also shares her passion for advocacy for her constituents and her experiences as a female leader in the International Machinists & Aerospace Workers Union AFL-CIO.

Our Annual Conference begins next week, November 10th in Atlanta, Georgia! Make sure to check out our podcast studio while you’re there, and sit down with Brenna to discuss the issues that are important to you and your constituents! This podcast is about elected women and for elected women, so take the opportunity to share your story next week!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

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Championing Education & Equality in Georgia | with Senator Gail Davenport Oct 16, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Healthcare Summit with Georgia State Senator Gail Davenport. Senator Davenport shares her lifelong commitment to education and equality that continues to influence her policy priorities today. Learn more about one of many women leaders that influenced Senator Davenport: Madame C.J. Walker, an entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist who became the first black female millionaire in America.

This episode also features a sponsor spotlight with Dr. Stacy Finkbeiner, U.S. Medical Director at Teva Pharmaceuticals, who shares with us what elected women can do to help their constituents who might be dealing with TD, or Tardive Dyskinesia.

It’s the countdown to our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia on November 10th-13th.Take a minute to check your schedule… registration is now open. Hear from Executive Director Jody Thomas as she shares what we have to look forward to next month… from peach cobbler to karaoke!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

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Empowering Elected Women: Leadership Lessons from the Top | with NFWL Chair Sue Rezin and Director of Strategy Renee Dabbs Oct 02, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Healthcare Summit, hosted in Chicago, with NFWL Chair and Illinois Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin as she welcomes us to her home state. Senator Rezin discusses convening and connecting across the aisle, and how NFWL’s conferences are a valuable resource for building and understanding and empathy in policymaking. We’re then joined in the healthcare summit studio by NFWL Director of Strategy Renee Dabbs to talk all things Clifton Strengths, and how elected women can access their best self in leadership through their unique strengths.

This episode also features a sponsor spotlight with Sharon Lamberton, Deputy Vice President of State Policy and External Outreach at PhRMA, who joined the Healthcare Summit to share with us how PhRMA is tackling the barriers of access to new medicines.

Check out our healthcare policy resources from the summit on the front page of our website at www.womenlegislators.org and reach out if you have something you'd like to add to our healthcare conversations.

It’s the countdown to our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia on November 10th-13th. Take a minute to check your schedule… registration is now open!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Advocating for Maternal and Infant Health Equity in West Virginia | with Delegate Anitra Hamilton Sep 18, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Healthcare Summit, hosted in Chicago, with West Virginia Delegate Anitra Hamilton. Delegate Hamilton shares her work on black maternal and infant mortality in her home state of West Virginia and the legislation she has championed to improve health outcomes in her community and beyond.

This episode also features a sponsor spotlight with Irina Butler, Deputy Executive Director and Vice President for Compliance at Pharmaceutical Product Stewardship Work Group, who joined the Healthcare Summit to share with us how MyOldMeds.com is improving awareness of existing pharmaceutical disposal options in all 50 states.

Check out our healthcare policy resources from the summit on the front page of our website at www.womenlegislators.org and reach out if you have something you'd like to add to our healthcare conversations.

It’s the countdown to our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia on November 10th-13th, and Georgie Representative Sandra Scott joins Brenna to share what we have to look forward to in the action-packed city of Atlanta. Take a minute to check your schedule… registration is now open!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Forming a Unique Path to Political Leadership | with Representative Maria Cervania Sep 05, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Healthcare Summit, hosted in Chicago, with North Carolina Representative Maria Cervania. Representative Cervania shares the political influences that led her to run for office and how her background in epidemiology has informed her policymaking. Check out Representative Cervania’s inspiring woman: Corazon Aquino and let us know the women in politics and history that inspire you

This episode also features a sponsor spotlight with Jen Rozen, vice president of state affairs for the Alzheimer’s Association, who stepped into our Healthcare Summit podcast studio to share with us how state-level initiatives, such as partnering with state public health departments and establishing dementia care specialist programs, are improving access to Alzheimer treatments.

Check out our healthcare policy resources from the summit on the front page of our website at www.womenlegislators.org and reach out if you have something you'd like to add to our healthcare conversations. If you're feeling like you missed out, take a minute to check your schedule for November 10th-13th, and attend our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Stepping Up to Serve | with Senator Terri Bryant Aug 21, 2024

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

In this episode, we’re live from our Healthcare Summit, hosted in Chicago, with Illinois Senator Terry Bryant. Senator Bryant shares her journey into politics, driven by a specific issue, and the biggest campaign challenges that she faced along the way.

This episode also features a sponsor spotlight with Evan Hoffman, director of state and local government relations at Phillips, who stepped into our Healthcare Summit podcast studio to share with us how innovation is changing the game for healthy pregancies.

Check out our healthcare policy resources from the summit on the front page of our website at www.womenlegislators.org and reach out if you have something you'd like to add to our healthcare conversations. If you're feeling like you missed out, take a minute to check your schedule for November 10th-13th, and attend our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Why Do You Love Our Conferences? | Hear from our Healthcare Summit Attendees Aug 07, 2024

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

Hear from the attendees of our Healthcare Summit, hosted last week in Chicago, Illinois: Representative Sandra Scott of Georgia, Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson of Federal Way, Washington, Senator and NFWL Chair Sue Rezin of Illinois, Councilmember Susan Honda of Federal Way, Washington and Delegate Anitra Hamilton of West Virginia.

Check out our healthcare policy resources from the summit on the front page of our website at www.womenlegislators.org and reach out if you have something you'd like to add to our healthcare conversations. If you're feeling like you missed out, take a minute to check your schedule for November 10th-13th, and attend our Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia!

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Connecting with Constituents and Shaping Policy | with Rep. Nabeela Syed Jul 24, 2024

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

In this episode, Brenna sits down with Representative Nabeela Syed of Illinois to discuss the importance of maintaining diverse perspectives in office while connecting with each of your constituents. Rep. Syed shares her personal journey into politics, from working on a successful campaign to an accomplished first term in office.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, listen as executive director Jody Thomas describes her favorite parts of the summit. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Honoring Local History | with Councilor Jennifer Kretovic Jul 10, 2024

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

In this episode, Brenna sits down with Councilor Jennifer Kretovic of Concord, New Hampshire to talk about the importance of local government and community involvement. Live recorded from Phoenix Hall, where Abraham Lincoln once spoke before his presidency, Brenna and Councilor Kretovoc discuss the journey into politics and the lasting impact of local policy on community revitalization.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, listen as executive director Jody Thomas describes her favorite parts of the summit. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Building Bipartisanship with the Future Caucus | with Senator Alexis Calatayud Jun 26, 2024

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

In this episode, host Brenna Kehew Sculley sits down with Florida State Senator Alexis Calatayud as she shares her journey into public service, her advocacy for educational opportunities, and her role in the Future Caucus, a group supporting millennial and Gen Z elected officials.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. In this episode, listen as executive director Jody Thomas shares her favorite parts of the event. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

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Serving on St. Paul's First All-Female City Council | with Councilmember Rebecca Noecker Jun 13, 2024

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

For the first time in the city’s history, St. Paul, Minnesota’s City Council is represented by an all-female panel of elected officials. In this episode, we’ll hear from the council’s longest-serving member, Councilmember Rebecca Noecker, on why she ran for office and what issues matter the most to her and her constituents.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Embracing Mentorship and Celebrating AANHPI Month | with NFWL intern Jiwon Son and Senator Donna Mercado Kim May 22, 2024

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

In this episode, NFWL intern Jiwon Son joins as a guest host, sitting down with Hawaii State Senator Donna Mercado Kim to discuss the importance of female mentorship and to reflect on and celebrate Asian American culture for AANHPI Month.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories in the new year from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Focusing on Maternal Mental Health | with Jamie Zahlaway Belsito May 08, 2024

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

Mental health conditions are the most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth, affecting at least 1 in 5 mothers or childbearing people each year in the United States. In this episode we’ll hear from Jamie Zahlaway Belsito, founder of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance and a Former Massachusetts State Representative.

If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms, please call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or 1-833-852-6262.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories in the new year from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Deep Dive: The Clifton Strengths Assessment | with NFWL's Renee Dabbs Apr 26, 2024

Welcome to Elected Women Across America, a podcast featuring elected women with common goals to exchange legislative ideas and reach across the aisle. Hosted by the National Foundation for Women Legislators, this podcast provides a direct line to the leaders that the organization empowers.
In this special episode, NFWL's Management and Leadership Consultant Renee Dabbs responds to our most recent interview with Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin, taking us on a deep dive into the Clifton Strengths Assessment and its essential impact on leadership development.
Are you interested in harnessing your Clifton Strengths superpowers? NFWL is offering Clifton Strengths courses at our annual healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. We'll be taking the time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development.
Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Fostering Professional Development through NFWL | with NFWL Chair and Illinois Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin Apr 24, 2024

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

This episode features NFWL’s Chair, Illinois Deputy Minority Leader Sue Rezin. Senator Rezin discusses the importance of representing women at the state and local levels, emphasizing the value of professional development and community that the NFWL provides. Like all of NFWL’s members, Senator Rezin’s path to leadership was a unique one. She shares her journey to the Illinois Senate and the passion she has for issues such as childcare, mental health, and women in the workforce.

NFWL is hosting a healthcare summit August 1st-2nd in Chicago, Illinois. We'll be learning about maternal mental health, rare diseases, caregiving, and more; taking time to learn from one another, network, and engage in professional development. Registration is live on our website at www.womenlegislators.org/event/2024-healthcare-summit.

We'll bring you new stories in the new year from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

For more information and resources from the National Foundation for Women Legislators, you can visit us at www.womenlegislators.org.
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Women's History Month | with Senator Donna Soucy and New Hampshire's State Archivist Mar 29, 2024

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

In honor of Women's History Month, New Hampshire's State Archivist Ashley Miller brings us the story of a trailblazer from New Hampshire, Marilla Ricker, a suffragette and lawyer who ran for elected office even before women gained the right to vote. We'll then hear from an elected woman from the State of New Hampshire, Donna Soucy, Minority Leader of the New Hampshire State Senate.

We'll bring you new stories in the new year from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL? Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org.

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Taking A Needs-Based Approach to Policy | with Councilwoman Chauna Banks and Councilmember Susan Honda Mar 27, 2024

Description: Welcome to Elected Women Across America, a podcast featuring elected women with common goals to exchange legislative ideas and reach across the aisle. Hosted by the National Foundation for Women Legislators, this podcast provides a direct line to the leaders that the organization empowers.

Commissioner Chauna Banks of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and City Council Deputy Mayor Susan Honda of Federal Way, Washington certainly don’t share zip codes–but they do share a needs-based approach to serving their constituents. Hear how these two elected women center their work around the needs of their communities and look back on their journey into elected office.

NFWL is joining the National Blood Clot Alliance in spreading awareness about life -threatening blood clots. March is Blood Clot Awareness Month, and every year more than 100,000 people die from blood clots in the US. Check out www.stoptheclot.org for more information.

We'll bring you new stories in the new year from elected women each episode with host Brenna Kehew Sculley. Are you interested in sharing your story with us here at NFWL?
Sign up today to record your podcast, share your passion and get engaged in 2024 at podcast@womenlegislators.org

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Finding the Reasons to Run | with Senator Carrie Hicks and County Board Supervisor Kari Ives Mar 13, 2024

Description: Welcome to Elected Women Across America, a podcast featuring elected women with common goals to exchange legislative ideas and reach across the aisle. Hosted by the National Foundation for Women Legislators, this podcast provides a direct line to the leaders that the organization empowers.

In this episode, Oklahoma State Senator Carrie Hicks and Chippewa County Board Supervisor Kari Ives share how they found the reasons to run for office and look ahead to legislative priorities in 2024.
At the end of our episode, we'll look at developments on an issue we learned more about at our annual conference; menopause. While not often talked about, it has major health implications for women, and is under-researched. For more information about this important topic, you can visit the following resources:
https://thehill.com/sponsor-content/prime-time-making-progress-in-menopause-awareness-care--policy/?prx_t=mfEIAzFZlAAAcQA&ntv_ui
https://bluntrochester.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4058

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Committing to Making a Difference | with Commissioner Vivian Thomas Feb 28, 2024

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Commissioner Vivian Thomas of Henry Country, Georgia shares her journey into politics, starting with her inspiration to run for office after feeling unheard by her present commissioner. She highlights the issues she’s looking to address in 2024 that are most important for her constituents, and reflects on the power of women in leadership and the impact they can make across party lines.

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Combating Natural Hair Discrimination | with Commissioner Rena Moran Feb 15, 2024

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Commissioner Rena Moran shares the history and purpose of the Crown Act, which strengthens protections against hair-based discrimination for employees and students.

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Why Did You Run for Elected Office? | with Delegate April Miller & Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson Jan 31, 2024

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

It’s a question we often ask of our elected women: why did you run for office? Hear from Delegate April Miller of the Maryland General Assembly, an optometrist whose children’s education woes inspired her to advocate for more change in education policy, and Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson of Federal Way Washington, who received a call from a state representative encouraging her to run when a vacancy opened in her district–10 years ago.

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Spotlight on Elected Women | Commissioner Neat Robinson Jan 17, 2024

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In our Spotlight on Elected Women Series, we’ll highlight the amazing members of our organization who work tirelessly for their constituents and communities. This episode highlights Commissioner Neat Robinson, who has brought a crucial community-oriented approach to leading her constituents in Georgia.

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What Advice Would You Give To Your Younger Self? Dec 29, 2023

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

In our year-end special, the amazing elected women that were featured on this year’s episodes share the advice they would give their younger selves. Hear from Representative Karen Camper of Tennessee, Senator Katrina Shealy of South Carolina, Senator Donna Mercado Kim of Hawaii, Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn of New Jersey, Representative Lisa Subeck of Wisconsin, Senator Gale Adcock of North Carolina, Representative Kim Schofield of Georgia and Representative Sandra Scott of Georgia.

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Spotlight on Elected Women | Rep. Sandra Scott Dec 20, 2023

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

In our Spotlight on Elected Women Series, we’ll highlight the amazing members of our organization who work tirelessly for their constituents and communities. This episode highlights Representative Sandra Scott, who is in her eighth year as a state representative for the state of Georgia.

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Healthcare Part 3 I with Representative Kim Schofield Dec 04, 2023

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

In another installment of our Healthcare series, you’ll hear from Georgia State Representative Kim Schofield. Representative Schofield has tirelessly worked to ensure that her constituents have access to quality healthcare, in 2019 introducing legislation that would create a grant program to encourage certain physicians to practice in underserved areas of her home state. Representative Schofield discusses how her own health struggles have informed her approach to health policy, and emphasizes the importance of health access for all ages.

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Introduction to the NFWL Leadership Academy | with NFWL's Jody Thomas and Renee Dabbs Nov 01, 2023

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

In this episode, you’ll hear from our executive director Jody Thomas on what you can look forward to at our Annual Conference in Orlando on November 16th and get a sneak peek at an exciting strategic initiative with management and leadership consultant Renee Dabbs.

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Healthcare Part 2 | with Senator Gale Adcock Oct 20, 2023

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

In another installment of our Healthcare series, you’ll hear from North Carolina State Senator Gale Adcock. As the first advanced practice nurse in the North Carolina Legislature, Senator Adcock discusses how nursing informed her passion for advocacy and how she works across the aisle on the healthcare issues that matter.

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Healthcare Part 1 | with Senator Liz Boldon Oct 06, 2023

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

In our third episode, we’re live from the NFWL Healthcare Summit in Washington DC. NFWL events work hard to pull together elected women from across the country and across the aisle. In the first part of our special Healthcare summit series, you’ll hear from Senator Liz Boldon, Assistant Majority Leader from Minnesota, as she shares her own encounters within the healthcare system and addresses critical issues that can garner bipartisan support and make lives better for constituents.

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Childcare & Motherhood | with Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn, Sen. Donna Mercado Kim & Rep. Lisa Subeck Aug 30, 2023

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

In our second episode, we shift our focus to the profound impact of motherhood and childcare on policymakers and their constituents. Join Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn of New Jersey, Senator Donna Mercado Kim of Hawaii, and Representative Lisa Subeck of Wisconsin as we explore the vital intersection of policy and family needs, speaking to women that have championed the need to address the pressing childcare crisis.

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Intro to NFWL | with Sen. Katrina Shealy and Rep. Karen Camper Jul 24, 2023

Welcome to Elected Women Across America, a podcast featuring elected women with common goals to exchange legislative ideas and reach across the aisle. Hosted by the National Foundation for Women Legislators, this podcast provides a direct line to the leaders that the organization empowers.
In our first episode we'll hear from two leaders in the NFWL community: immediate past chair Senator Katrina Shealy of South Carolina and chair Representative Karen Camper of Tennessee. Hear how these elected women paved their way toward a career in politics and service and how they work across the aisle daily to serve their constituents.
All archival clips featuring voices from the South Carolina State Senate floor were provided by SCETV.
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