Oregon Women Leading Government (ORWLG) is committed to advancing the role of women and helping them succeed in the public sector by enhancing career-building models that develop leadership skills and by networking professional women in government.

Northwest Women's Leadership Academy

The NW Women’s Leadership Academy is launching its fifth cohort starting in November of 2022!

The purpose of the Northwest Women’s Leadership Academy is to advance women from a variety of backgrounds in local government with the goal of promoting more women into leadership roles. The Academy is a seven month long professional development cohort for emerging local government leaders in Oregon that provides opportunities to enhance skills and competencies, build confidence, network, and expand professional connections through career mentoring and moral support to women in local government.

If you are interested in learning more about ORWLG, contact any of the members below:

  • Megan Phelan

    Assistant City Manager, Lake Oswego

  • Rachael Fuller

    Assistant County Administrator, Washington County

  • Angela Speier

    Projects and Affiliates Manager, League of Oregon Cities