Women's Leadership Council
The NYSAC Women’s Leadership Council was officially launched in 2017.
The primary goals of the Women’s Leadership Council are:
- To provide resources for women holding county office,
- To support female county officials, and
- To engage women in seeking leadership positions in their communities and within NYSAC.
- Panels, forums, workshops, and networking events at NYSAC conferences;
- Opportunities to speak with women in county government around New York State;
- Articles in the NYSAC News magazine;
- Online Resource Center, including NYSAC research and reports;
- Webinars and other training opportunities.
The WLC Executive Committee assists NYSAC staff in planning events and resources that meet the needs of NYSAC's members.
Upcoming Events
2019 NYSAC Legislative Conference
Panel: Local Government Trailblazers
Monday, January 28, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
The number is growing, but women still hold only a small percentage of elected positions. A panel of women who have led the way in local government office will discuss the challenges and opportunities they’ve encountered, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Panelists:
Hon. Kathy Jimino – Former Rensselaer County Executive
Hon. Joanne Yepsen – Former Mayor of Saratoga Springs and Former Saratoga County Legislator
Conference agenda and registration can be found here.
Previous events:
Panel: Local Government Trailblazers
Monday, January 28, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
The number is growing, but women still hold only a small percentage of elected positions. A panel of women who have led the way in local government office will discuss the challenges and opportunities they’ve encountered, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
Panelists:
Hon. Kathy Jimino – Former Rensselaer County Executive
Hon. Joanne Yepsen – Former Mayor of Saratoga Springs and Former Saratoga County Legislator
Conference agenda and registration can be found here.
Previous events:
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In the News
- Statewide program helps women in county government (9/2018)
- NYSAC Hosts Dialogue on Women in Government with International Delegates (4/18/18)
- NYSAC WLC Event Recognized With Association Excellence Award (2/12/18)
- NYSAC Launches Women's Leadership Council (4/17)
- 62 Women Elected to NYS County Positions in 2017 - 12/5/17
- Women see electoral gains at county level- 12/11/17
- Women in NYS County Government Meet to Discuss Challenges, Successes, and Solutions - 9/21/17
- NYSAC Launches Women's Leadership Council - 4/27/17
- NY Group Creates Council to Support Women in County Government - 5/8/17
Resources
- NYSAC Resolution Recognizing Women's History Month (3/2017)
- Women of NACo (National Association of Counties)
- Report: Obstacles for Women in Local Government Leadership Remain After 30 Years
- Why We Need More Women Running Our Local Governments
- Why We Need More Women Leaders
- 3 Reasons Why We Need More Women In Government
- Running for Office in NYS
- Celebrating 100 years of Women's Suffrage - New York State played a crucial role in the women's rights movement that led to passage if the 19th amendment in 1917.
- Suffrage Centennials - League of Women Voters Resource Kit for planning a centennial event.
- NYS Museum Exhibit - call for artifacts- "Votes For Women: Celebrating New York’s Suffrage Centennial"
- Women's Heritage Resources from NYS Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation
Women's Leadership Council Executive Committee
- Hon. MaryEllen Odell, Putnam County Executive
- Hon. Claudia Braymer, Warren County Board of Supervisors
- Hon. Nancy Buck, Sullivan County Treasurer
- Hon. Indy Jaycox, Schoharie County Clerk
- Hon. Lucille McKnight, Albany County Legislator
- Hon. Martha Robertson, Tompkins County Legislative Chair
- Hon. Martha Sauerbrey, Tioga County Legislative Chair
- Staff: Nicole Correia, NYSAC