Survey alert! Join us in paving the way for women in local government! It's been a decade since the landmark ICMA survey shed light on the status of women in our field, and five years since we last asked for updated data to track progress. Today, we are launching a new survey, and your insights are more crucial than ever. Take a moment to contribute to the #SheLeadsGov survey and be part of a pivotal movement. Your insights you will not only celebrate our collective achievements, but also help us highlight achievements and shape the objectives for the next five years and beyond. The results of this survey, powered by our partnership with Polco, will be showcased at the SheLeadsGov Luncheon at the 2024 #ICMA Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. This is your opportunity to influence the conversation and drive meaningful change. Act now – complete the survey by August 23, 2024, and let’s continue to break barriers together. Ready to make an impact? Click here: polco.us/sheleadsgov24 Let’s lead the way to a more balanced future!
SheLeadsGov
Non-profit Organization Management
Washington, District of Columbia 1,439 followers
Gender balance benefits performance in local government
About us
#SheLeadsGov is an initiative of ICMA, Women Leading Government Chapters, and ICMA Affiliates who strive to ensure that our members and the overall local government profession reflects the diversity of the people we serve. On the forefront of leadership and management movements, ICMA has confronted the status quo of gender, racial, and ethnic diversity in the association and the profession since the 1960s. Our earliest data from the 1970s revealed only one percent of Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) were women, and the first Task Force on Women in the Profession in 1974 identified pre-entry and post-entry barriers that influenced a woman’s ability to achieve the CAO role. The 2019 Career Advancement Survey was conducted in partnership with the League of Women in Government and NRC/Polco, updating the research completed for the 2013 ICMA Task Force on Women survey. Key results indicated: o 77% increase in women’s participation in ICMA o 38% increase in female CAOs o Fewer women than men were in leadership positions, but there were improvements from 2013 to 2019 o Women report more experiences of bias, and increased bias awareness has led to increased reporting o 85% of women and 58% of men agreed that there were more barriers to career advancement in local government for women compared with men ICMA commits staff and resources to mitigate the effects of bias in the profession and ensure that ICMA membership is inclusive and mirrors the diversity of the communities served. Members can look to ICMA for #SheLeadsGov tools and resources to assist in their own professional and community equity programming.
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- Non-profit Organization Management
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- 51-200 employees
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- Washington, District of Columbia
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- Nonprofit
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- 1914
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Washington, District of Columbia 20002, US
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Nominate a Trailblazer for the 2024 Trailblazer Award! Do you know an extraordinary woman who is breaking barriers, leading with innovation, and making a significant impact in government? Now is the time to recognize her achievements! The League of Women in Government is calling for nominations for the 2024 Trailblazer Award. This prestigious award celebrates women who are pioneers in their field, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to public service. 🔹 Why Nominate? Inspire Others: Highlight the incredible work of women who are shaping the future. Celebrate Excellence: Acknowledge the hard work and dedication of women in government. Build Community: Join a network of leaders committed to advancing gender equality. 🔹 How to Nominate: Visit League of Women in Government’s nomination page. Provide details about the nominee’s achievements and impact. Submit your nomination by Friday, August 9, 2024. Let’s come together to honor the women who are making a difference. Nominate a trailblazer today and help us celebrate the leaders of tomorrow! #WomenInGovernment #TrailblazerAward #Leadership #GenderEquality #PublicService https://lnkd.in/gDYz7RqM
2024 Leadership Trailblazer Nomination Page - League of Women in Government
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FREE WEBINAR! Join us on July 17 from 1-2pm ET for an empowering conversation designed to inspire and equip current and aspiring women leaders in local government with the knowledge and tools to lead with confidence and integrity. Gain insights into strategies for resilience and learn how to harness your power to thrive in the face of adversity by registering today! Moderator: Kimberly Funderburk, president, Government, Education and Health Systems, Cigna Healthcare Presenters: Kate Fitzpatrick, town manager, Town of Needham, MA Suzanne Konchan, deputy county manager, Volusia County, FL https://lnkd.in/gCuWysPF
SheLeadsGov Virtual Forum | Resilient Leadership: Powering Through in Local Government
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As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we at #SheLeadsGov want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible contributions of women in local government. From breaking barriers to creating opportunities, women have played a vital role in shaping our communities. We also want to encourage our readers to check out the recording of the ICMA webinar “Women in Local Government: A Conversation on Challenges and Opportunities.” This empowering discussion, moderated by Erika Cooper, senior program manager at ICMA, brings together three women who have made their mark in the local government profession to share their experiences, perspectives, and recommendations on how to thrive as a woman in this field. Speakers: Peggy Flynn, city manager, City of Petaluma, California, USA Shanna Sims-Bradish, assistant city manager, City of University Park, Texas, USA Valmarie Turner, ICMA-CM H. Turner, Southeast Regional Vice President, ICMA Executive Board, and deputy city manager, City of Fairfax, Virginia, USA Thank you to all the amazing women who continue to lead and inspire us. Let’s keep pushing for progress and equality in local government and beyond. #WomenInGovernment #WomensHistoryMonth #GenderBalance The complementary webinar was recorded on January 31, 2024. https://lnkd.in/ghtDzNee
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Call out to those who’ve shifted into local government careers through non-traditional paths! The ICMA - International City/County Management Association committee to update the ICMA Breaking into Local Government handbook is looking for a diverse range of personal experiences and backgrounds to serve as case studies for those transitioning into local government from other sectors. Whether you (or someone you know) started as an intern, transitioned from the military, or joined as a mid- to upper-level manager, they would love to hear your story. Please complete this 15-minute survey by March 17. You may even be featured in the published guide and recognized at the 2024 ICMA Conference! Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/ghH8H7ea
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Are you a woman in #LocalGovernment who wants to learn from the experiences of other women leaders around the world? Do you want to know what skills, strategies, and challenges they face in their roles? Do you want to get inspired by their stories of success, resilience, and impact? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you don’t want to miss the latest #ICMA PM Magazine special section: #SheLeadsGov Across the Globe. In advance of International Womens Day on March 8, this article features interviews with women in local government management from different countries and regions, who share their insights on topics such as: 🔹 Fine-tuning skills for success 🔹 Work-life integration 🔹 Inclusivity for all 🔹 Pursuing a local government career You’ll also find out how ICMA’s global initiative SheLeadsGov provides career resources and a platform for women in government to network, support, and empower each other. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and join the conversation on how to promote gender equality in local government. Read the article share your thoughts in the comments below. #SheLeadsGov #WomenInLocalGov #ICMA #PMmagazine Digital edition/flipbook: https://lnkd.in/g762Uiat Document download: https://lnkd.in/g7AkRp6J HTML version: https://lnkd.in/g-cYDREQ
SheLeadsGov Across the Globe
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What do courage, connection, and creativity have in common? They are the three superpowers that women in #LocalGovernment can use to lead change and advance equity in their communities. In this inspiring article from #ICMA PM Magazine, Allison Bell shares her story of launching the first equity program at a local transit agency, and how she leveraged her superpowers to overcome challenges and achieve tangible results. If you're looking for some motivation and guidance on how to unleash your inner shero, you don't want to miss this #SheLeadsGov Women in Leadership article. https://lnkd.in/gpfTsWwh
WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: Shero Superpowers
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Be part of #SheLeadsGov, our initiative for networking, resources, and advocacy. Apply to serve on the newly formed #SheLeadsGov committee as part of ICMA's 2024 call for volunteers. https://lnkd.in/eBB-itxp Since '74, #ICMA has championed women's inclusion, with over 20% of CAO positions now held by women. Don't miss the March 6th SheLeadsGov Virtual Forum, sponsored by Cigna Healthcare, a day of inspiration for women in #localgov. Register here. https://lnkd.in/e8kacdEG
ICMA Strengthens Commitment to Women in the Profession
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Our next #SheLeadsGov Huddle is scheduled for 2/29 at 1pm ET/10am PT. We invite Women Leading Government chapters and local government women-focused initiative leaders to share their activities, plans, and programming. ICMA Regional Director Pat Martel will facilitate the informative sharing of best practices so everyone can learn from each other. All women's group leaders and members are welcome, as well as individuals wanting to start chapters and initiatives in their states/regions. Representatives are encouraged to share, and all are encouraged to attend and learn and ask questions. More info: https://lnkd.in/eXqr-EvC #ProfessionalDevelopment #WomenInLocalGovernment #ICMA
SheLeadsGov Network Huddle — Women Leading Government
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Nominate the women and colleagues in your #localgov network for #ICMA's Local Government Excellence Awards. The awards celebrate the value of professional management and honor creative contributions to professional local government leadership. We’d love to highlight that that in 2023, after 55 years of the awards, #ICMA created the first award named after a woman, Martha Perego! It is implemented for this year. Learn more and nominate accomplished individuals for the Advocacy for Profession Award in Honor of Martha Perego and other awards: https://lnkd.in/gvJPaFdc #SheLeadsGov
Local Government Excellence Awards
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