Wisconsin Forward Statue

Welcome to

Wisconsin Women's Council

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Women's Council promotes initiatives to empower women, serves as a clearinghouse for information on programs and resources, conducts research on the status of women, and engages in unique partnerships to address barriers and inequalities affecting Wisconsin women. The Women's Council is comprised of 15 members appointed by the Governor and Legislative leaders.

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Women in Government

In 2025, Women are underrepresented in elected positions.  Women are 50% of Wisconsin's population, yet hold only 27% of elected offices.

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Women in the Legislature

Over the past two decades, women in Wisconsin have made measurable but modest progress toward equality in elected office. 

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Tribal Leadership

In 2025, Tribal women comprise 44% of elected Tribal Leadership, closing in on parity with men. 

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Women in Law Enforcement

Women remain profoundly underrepresented in sheriff leadership across Wisconsin. Of the state’s 72 counties, only 6 (8%) currently have a woman serving as sheriff. A level of representation that is unacceptably low for a modern public safety system.

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Next Meeting of the Wisconsin Women's Council
​​February 26, 20026
Noon - 2 PM

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​News!

The Wisconsin Women’s Council released our​​ 2023-2025 Biennial Report spotlighting our key activities and initiatives over the past two years, including our contributions to Governor Evers’ 2024 Year of the Worker initiative.

Cover page of the Women's Council 2023-2025 Biennial Report ​



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