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 Recipient
We want to congratulate Crystal Rodriguez-Garcia (pictured above with Co-president Kim Savage), the recipient of our Penny Severns Memorial Scholarship.
Crystal serves as the Constituent Services and Grants Manager for U.S. Representative Jesús G. “Chuy” García. In this role, she oversees casework management, coordinates immigration workshops, manages grants, and supports partners in securing federal funding. She has a bachelor’s degree in Economics with a minor in Political Science and International Relations from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
She is now pursuing a Master’s degree at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy.

JOIN US IN VEGAS! JUNE 3 – 6
Join us in Vegas for the National Federation of Democratic Women National Convention at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino on Fremont Street. Spend a few days with like-minded women to strategize with national, state, and local leaders to network and enjoy some fellowship. Make your reservations now!
We are honored to work with these Illinois Democratic Women Charter Organizations:
WHEN WOMEN VOTE,
DEMOCRATS WIN!









