ABOUT

DCDWC

OUR HISTORY

The DCDWC was chartered in 1966 as a means of preparing and training women for elective office and for supporting women candidates. Our mission is to educate women about the Democratic Party and to motivate women to seek leadership positions within the Party.

OUR NETWORK

The DCDWC is an affiliate group of the Washington, D.C. Federation of Democratic Women (DCFDW). The DCFDW is a member group of the National Federation of Democratic Women which is recognized by the DNC.

OUR MISSION

Women Transforming and Influencing the World of Politics in Washington, D.C.

To support women aspiring to and currently serving in political and appointed office.

Stimulate interest and educate women in political action strategies and activities.

Create a liaison between the community, D.C., and the Democratic National Committee.

OUR TIMELINE

Executive Leadership

The empowered women below are responsible for leading the DC Democratic Women’s Club. The leaders come from all walks of life with a diverse background in politics, education, public relations, law, and technology.

Valca Valentine

President

Linda Irizarry

Vice President

Karen Gaal

Corresponding Secretary

Angee Minor

Recording Secretary

Charlene Scott

Financial Secretary

Vivian Wilds

Treasurer

Sylvia Gray

Chaplain

Camille Glover

DC Democratic State Committee Representative

Jeannette Mobley

Immediate Past President

Executive Committee Chairs

Through our committees, DCDWC Members contribute their time, energy, and expertise in organizing around important social issues, building personal and organizational partnerships, grow passion projects— coming together to collaborate!

Ashley Jones

Karen Gaal - Communications, Technology and Social Media Chair

Don Francis

Lynn LaValle - Finance and Budget Chair

Alexa Young

Lynda Jefferson - Historiographer

Robert Rose

Lyndia Grant- Programs Chair

Robert Rose

Barbara Hatcher - Political Action and Legislative Chair

Executive Committees

Communications & Technology

Committee

The Communications & Technology Committee implements a communications strategy utilizing social media, our website, monthly newsletters, and email marketing to promote Club messages and activities to our DCDWC members and the general public. Communications & Technology Committee Members spearhead and manage the DCDWC Club's publications, social media engagement, virtual meetings, graphic design, and traditional media relationships (community organizing & press). Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook and other community engagement forums.

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