Wisconsin Women in Government was founded in 1987 to celebrate and support the talented women who choose a career in government service. Each year, WWIG awards scholarships to women pursuing undergraduate and post-graduate study at any Wisconsin institution of higher education. Scholarships are also provided for young women to attend Badger Girls State and to the student elected Governor.
Hillary Clinton with young women.
June 7, 2009
June 11 Networking Event to Feature Judge Kitty Brennan
Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge Kitty Brennan will be the featured speaker at a WWIG networking event in Milwaukee this Thursday, June 11, 2009 5:30p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Milwaukee Athletic Club. 
This networking event is free. Light appetizers and a cash bar will be provided.
Please RSVP to info@wiscwomeningovernment.org if you are planning to attend and the number of people you will bring.
May 28, 2009
WWIG Honors First-Ever Military Women of Distinction
At its 22nd Annual Banquet in Madison on May 21, Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) honored the first-ever Military Women of Distinction.
“We are proud to honor an amazing group of women who have been trailblazers for women in the military,” said Eileen Pierce, WWIG President. “The Military Women of Distinction Awards honor women from nearly all branches of the U.S. military who have not only been leaders and role models in the Armed Forces, but also in their communities.”
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May 28, 2009
Banquet Pays Special Tribute to 2 Women Pioneers: Midge Miller & Becky Young
WWIG's 22nd Annual Banquet paid special tribute to two remarkable pioneers for women in government, Midge Miller and Rebecca Young. “Both Midge Miller and Becky Young led remarkable lives of public service and political activism,” said WWIG President Pierce. “They were true trailblazers for women in government, relentless crusaders for women’s rights and equality, and champions for the environment. We are proud to honor two amazing women whose legacies will live on forever.”
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