How Women Can Enter Politics And Drive Societal Change Through Local Government
Source: Forbes
The call for greater diversity in leadership has grown louder, yet women remain underrepresented in political offices, particularly at the local government level. Despite making up more than half the U.S. population, women account for only 31% of state legislative seats, less than 30% of mayoral positions and hold just 26% of elected county offices nationwide, according to the Center for American Women and Politics.
Women who want to make a meaningful difference in the world often find their greatest opportunities to create change at the local level. Whether it’s shaping education policies, advocating for affordable housing or improving public health, local government is where decisions directly impact communities. By stepping into these roles, women can ensure that their voices and perspectives help shape the policies that affect everyday lives.
“Get involved!” states Kelly Krout, 2022 Democrat running candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas. “If running for office feels like too much right now, find a candidate you like, volunteer for them, learn about the process. Get involved with your local party or even voter registration. There are so many different ways to start and see where help is needed.”
Read here the full article published by Forbes on 23 January 2025.
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The call for greater diversity in leadership has grown louder, yet women remain underrepresented in political offices, particularly at the local government level. Despite making up more than half the U.S. population, women account for only 31% of state legislative seats, less than 30% of mayoral positions and hold just 26% of elected county offices nationwide, according to the Center for American Women and Politics.
Women who want to make a meaningful difference in the world often find their greatest opportunities to create change at the local level. Whether it’s shaping education policies, advocating for affordable housing or improving public health, local government is where decisions directly impact communities. By stepping into these roles, women can ensure that their voices and perspectives help shape the policies that affect everyday lives.
“Get involved!” states Kelly Krout, 2022 Democrat running candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas. “If running for office feels like too much right now, find a candidate you like, volunteer for them, learn about the process. Get involved with your local party or even voter registration. There are so many different ways to start and see where help is needed.”
Read here the full article published by Forbes on 23 January 2025.
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