Standing Committees
AUDIT
The Audit Committee audits the NFDW Treasurer and the Convention Treasurer each year. Joanne Sullivan (CT) is the Chair of this Committee and is also the Board Advisor.
BUDGET
The Budget Committee submits a report to the Executive Board at the first Board meeting. Margaret Weinberger (NJ) is the Chair of this Committee. Joanne Sullivan (CT) is the Board Advisor.
BY-LAWS
The By-laws Committee reviews proposed amendments and makes recommendations to the Annual Convention with respect to their adoption. Kim Savage is the Chair of this Committee. Kathy Adams (GA) is the Board Advisor. Members include Joyce Petteway and Joanne Sullivan.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Communications Committee consists of members from each region who submit accurate information for the website and Communicator newsletter and promotes NFDW in social media. Gracie Ziegler (AR) is the Chair of this Committee. Audrey Dempsey (NV) is the Board Advisor.
FINANCE AND FUNDRAISING
The Finance and Fundraising Committee shall plan and execute all fundraising with the approval of the Executive Board. Debbie Thompson (OK) is the Chair of this Committee and serves as Board Advisor as well.
HISTORY
The History Committee shall receive NFDW documents for deposit in the Library of Congress every two years. The History Committee members were elected by region in 2023. Alexis Carraway (GA) is the former Chair of this Committee. Mary Jenks (MO) is the Board Advisor.
LEGISLATIVE
The Legislative Committee shall work with the DNC on pending and proposed legislation, disseminate information to members, and give consideration to the Resolutions passed. Patricia Farley (FL) is the Chair of this Committee. Christine Pelosi (CA) is the Board Advisor.
RESOLUTIONS
The Resolutions Committee presents resolutions at the convention. The deadline for submission of resolutions is one month prior to the Annual Convention. Kelly Green (MI) is the Chair of this Committee. Virgie Rollins (MI) is the Board Advisor.
ADMINSTRATIVE DOCUMENTS
The Administrative Documents Committee shall review and update the NFDW’s major documents including the Policy and Procedures Handbook. Diane Lechner (NY) is the Chair of this Committee. Joanne Sullivan (CT) is the Board Advisor.
Special Committees
AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
The Awards and Scholarships Committee reviews submissions for the awards and chooses a winner for each award. The awards are the NFDW Member of the Year Award, NFDW Humanitarian Award, Outstanding Elected Democratic Woman holding Public Office, Rilla Moran Woods Internship, Agnes Bird Internship, and Emerge Internship. These awards are presented at the Annual Convention. Patricia Sirois (CT) is the Chair of this Committee. Gini Ballou (ID) is the Board Advisor.
CREDENTIALS
The Credentials Committee is responsible for reporting and updating the membership at the annual meeting. Gini Ballou (ID) is the Chair of this Committee and serves as the Board Advisor.
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
The Growth and Development Committee works under the direction of the Regional Directors. Their charge is to increase membership and encourage growth within the organization. President Barbara Faison (NC) is the Chair of this Committee. Regional Directors Audrey Dempsey (NV), Patty Farley (FL), Susan Althouse (IN), and Irmgard Pagan (PR) serve as Board Advisors.
MINUTE REVIEWERS
The Minute Reviewers Committee review the minutes of board meetings for accuracy and request any changes that need to be made. Gini Ballou (ID) serves as the Chair of this Committee and as Board Advisor. Diane Lechner (NY) and Kathy Adams (GA) also serve on this Committee.
NOMINATING
The Nominating Committee is elected by the membership and recommends a slate of officers from the submissions for office. Members of the committee were elected in 2024.
PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORS
The Presidential Advisors Committee is comprised of former NFDW Presidents who can advise the current President on issues during her Presidency. The members of this Committee are: Angie Elkins (NC), Carol Wilkins (OR), Carye Blaney (WV), Pat Hobbs (CA), Dr. Corrine Anderson (MS), Virgie Rollins (MI), Joanne Sullivan (CT), Susanna French (KY), and Janice Haynes Davis (DC).
POLITICAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING
The Political Education and Training Committee encourages workshops and political training and encourages women to run for office. Lovie West (MS) is the Chair of this Committee and serves as Board Advisor.
RULES
The Rules Committee determines the rules of the Convention. Kristina Dixon (CA) is the chair of this committee. Virgie Rollins (MI) is the Board Advisor.
WOMEN IN BLUE
The Women in Blue (WIB) Committee is an advocacy group to connect with elected officials at both state and federal levels. States are encouraged to have a WIB day in their state and attend our virtual WIB event to advocate for issues important to women. Christine Pelosi (CA) is the Chair of this Committee and serves as Board Advisor.
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP
The Young Women’s Leadership Committee encourages young Democratic women to become involved in the political process and run for office. Kathy Adams (GA) is the Chair of this Committee. Virgie Rollins (MI) is the Board Advisor.