December 21, 2020 - Executive Director's Year-End Summary

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This year, the Women’s Caucus celebrated the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote by working even harder to deliver additional programs for our members and empowering more women to pursue leadership roles across all government levels and corporate boards.
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We’re proud to have provided numerous resources and leadership development sessions for our members to connect amid the coronavirus pandemic, ranging from how to get on state boards, branding, effective campaigning and more. 
To learn more about all of our activities, check out our year-end recap video!

​"Women are truly resilient. We charged through all of the challenges this year and have grown as an organization. We expanded our activities, and found new ways to reconnect and support one another. We could not have done it without the support of our sponsors, partners, and friends. Thank you for your support of our work especially during these times. We look forward to continuing our important work to advance women leaders in 2021!”
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 - Annie V. Lam, Executive Director

June 19, 2020 - The league of ca cities women's caucus commemorates juneteenth

The League of California Cities Women’s Caucus releases a statement to commemorate Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the liberation of African Americans as slaves in the United States.

“Although Juneteenth marked a turning point in history, we recognize that more work still needs to be done to ensure all Americans can enjoy rights and freedom equally,” said Nancy Smith, President of LOCC Women’s Caucus, and Vice Mayor of Sunnyvale.

“We stand in solidarity with communities of color who are calling for racial justice and greater equality for Black lives. We are deeply heartbroken and outraged by the senseless murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Rayshard Brooks, and countless others. We are all in this together and we will work to ensure that all Californians and all Americans are treated with dignity, respect, and equality.”

March 15, 2019 - davis enterprise

The Davis Enterprise covers our "Women of Persistence" recognition: The chief executive officer of the Yolo Housing Authority, Lisa Baker, has been selected as a “Woman of Persistence” by the Women’s Caucus of the League of California Cities. She was selected for her efforts to help families and at-risk individuals find housing and resources.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018 - THE VICTORVILLE DAILY PRESS

The Victorville Daily Press covers our board's goal to recognize women leaders across California:

"In light of Women’s History Month, celebrated each March since 1987, President Barb Stanton has urged her League of California Cities (LOCC) Women’s Caucus to seek out seven recipients of inaugural awards that laud the accomplishments of women across the Golden State.
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Stanton told the Daily Press she sent a letter to her fellow Women’s Caucus members last week that detailed her desire to honor “unsung heroes” with the 2018 LOCC Women’s Caucus “Women of Persistence” Awards.

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​January 15, 2018 - The Victorville Daily Press

The Victorville Daily Press covers our board's support of the #MeToo movement:

In a statement spearheaded by President Barb Stanton, the Women’s Caucus said it recognized the growing movement Tuesday and spoke to the urgency #MeToo has brought to the need for “policy changes that protect victims.”
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“The time is now for all those who have been discriminated against to be assured of a safe workplace,” Stanton said. “The Women’s Caucus stands up and proudly denounces any and all sexual harassment or discrimination based on gender. With the strength of our united voices we encourage all California officials to prioritize a safe working environment.”

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