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Hoosier Women Forward is a political and civic leadership program designed to prepare Democratic women to assume a position of leadership in public service.

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This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is celebrating the Black women in Indiana who broke down barriers to become “firsts”.

Today we recognize our HWF Vice Chair and Founding Board Member, State Representative @cherrishpryor. She is the first Black woman to hold the Floor Leader position with the @inhousedemocrats and has served District 94 since 2008. We are so proud of her passion and advocacy for women in Indiana!

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is celebrating the Black women in Indiana who broke down barriers to become “firsts”.

In 2011, the City of Gary elected Karen Freeman-Wilson as the first Black woman Mayor of any city in Indiana. She previously served as the Attorney General of Indiana and is now doing amazing work with the @thechiurbanleague.

Read more about Karen Freeman-Wilson at the link in the comments!

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is celebrating the Black women in Indiana who broke down barriers to become “firsts”.

Today we recognize Pamela Carter, who served as Indiana’s Attorney General from 1993-1997. She was the first Black woman to be elected as a state Attorney General in the country.

Check out the blog post in the comments to learn more!

Our third class of HWF met today to hear from some

Our third class of HWF met today to hear from some awesome local women leaders about their stories and responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to @stephanielcrandall, Councilwoman @votechambers, Mayor @emily4zionsville, and Dr. Virginia Caine for sharing your expertise with us!

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is celebrating the Black women in Indiana who broke down barriers to become “firsts”.

Julia Carson was the first Black woman to win election to the Indiana House of Representatives in 1972. After serving in the legislature until 1990, she went on to represent the Indianapolis area in Congress from 1997-2007.

Learn more about Julia Carson at the link in the comments!

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is

This #BlackHistoryMonth, Hoosier Women Forward is celebrating the Black women in Indiana who broke down barriers to become “firsts”.

Katie Beatrice Hall was the first Black woman to represent Indiana in Congress, serving from 1982-1985. Before Congress, she served from 1974-1982 as one of the first black women in the Indiana legislature.

Learn more about Katie Hall at the link in the comments!

We extend our deepest condolences to the Bayh fami

We extend our deepest condolences to the Bayh family on the passing of Susan Bayh. A fierce Hoosier First Lady who inspired women leaders everywhere, she will be missed.

As a co-founder of Hoosier Women Forward, Marya Ro

As a co-founder of Hoosier Women Forward, Marya Rose has been a pivotal voice in shaping our organization and we are always inspired by her many contributions to our state. Please join us in wishing her congratulations on her retirement - link in comments!

Today HWF hosted our first ever virtual Statehouse

Today HWF hosted our first ever virtual Statehouse Day for our class members. Thank you to the members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, the @insendems and @inhousedemocrats who shared your time and knowledge with us!

Today we celebrate the #InaugurationDay of @joebid

Today we celebrate the #InaugurationDay of @joebiden and @kamalaharris. One more glass ceiling has been shattered for women. Next stop: Oval Office 💼👠👑

Comment below and let us know how you’re celebrating!

📸: AP

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice every

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere” - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Check out the link in the comments for opportunities to participate in today’s National #DayofService in honor of MLK’s legacy.

We are excited to see a prominent Hoosier woman, @

We are excited to see a prominent Hoosier woman, @janetgmccabe, serving in the Biden administration!

Via @indystar, link in comments

HWF had a great night of fellowship with all three

HWF had a great night of fellowship with all three classes to learn more about the upcoming Indiana Democratic Party leadership elections. We are ready to step up and serve!!🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏿‍♀️

Congratulations to HWF Board Member Patti Yount, w

Congratulations to HWF Board Member Patti Yount, who was recently selected as one of Jennings County’s 100 most prominent women, past and present, in celebration of the 19th amendment centennial. We are so grateful for her example and contributions to Hoosier Women Forward!

📸: North Vernon Plain Dealer and Sun

Congrats to @raphaelwarnock and @jonossoff for win

Congrats to @raphaelwarnock and @jonossoff for winning this week’s #GArunoff. These wins wouldn’t have happened without the sustained organizing of @staceyabrams and so many other Black women. This model can work in Indiana, and HWF is ready to continue the work.

📸: @fairfightaction

Congratulations to @ronklain as Chief of Staff to

Congratulations to @ronklain as Chief of Staff to President-Elect @joebiden. Another Hoosier Democrat doing great things - thank you for your support of Hoosier Women Forward!

#sundaymotivation 💪🏻👠👑

#sundaymotivation 💪🏻👠👑

On this day in history, Senator @kamalaharris beca

On this day in history, Senator @kamalaharris became the first woman, first Black woman, and first Indian woman to be elected Vice President of the United States. We celebrate today’s Biden-Harris victory and look forward to their continued service to the American people. Let’s get to work!

We are incredibly proud of Tonda Pauley and the ra

We are incredibly proud of Tonda Pauley and the race she ran for State Representative. Thank you for putting your name on the ballot, and we can’t wait to see what you do next!

We are incredibly proud of Pam Dechert and the rac

We are incredibly proud of Pam Dechert and the race she ran for State Representative. Thank you for putting your name on the ballot, and we can’t wait to see what you do next!

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