Illinois Democratic Women is a statewide grassroots organization started in 1971. We work for more equitable representation of women in all levels of the Democratic Party and government.
Penny Severns Memorial Scholarship for Government Service
Penny Severns was a trailblazer for women in Illinois politics.
She was elected State Senator in 1986 and was the first woman to ever be appointed Chief Budget Negotiator. In 1993, she ran for Illinois Lieutenant Governor and was paired with Dawn Clark Netsch – which is the first and only time in Illinois history that two women were at the top of the ticket. She died at age 46 from breast cancer.
At least two scholarships will be awarded:
- To a woman who has been out of high school less than seven years.
- To a woman who has been out of high school seven years or more.
Applicant must be a registered voter to apply and must be registered for at least six semester hours at an Illinois college or university upon receipt of the scholarship.
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IDW supports the Texas legislators
The Kane County Democratic Women’s monthly meeting in August was about to host the Texas Legislators who are staying in St. Charles, but a bomb threat caused those in charge to cancel their appearance for security reasons. They were able to attend the meeting via zoom and talked to a roomful of supporters and answered questions. (left) KCDW President Carolyn Bird-Salazar and Kane County Chairman Corinne Pierog field questions for the Texas legislators via zoom. (right) IDW co-president Kim Savage was present to hear Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery and Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake express their admiration and support for the sequestered legislators.
We are honored to work with these Illinois Democratic Women Charter Organizations:
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