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JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
“A very special thank you to Allison Hougland, Mari-Lynn Poskin, and Claiure Regan for assisting with CANDIDATE CONVERSATIONS! We had over 30 in attendance – it was fun, informative and instructional. EXACTLY what we needed for candidate introductions.” – Cassie Woolworth, President JCDW
About Us
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
About Us
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
About Us
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
JCDW SOCIAL – Thursday, April 1st at The Bar (5316 W 95th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66207)
JCDW – Thursday, April 17th at Black Bear Diner ((11981 S Strang Line Rd, Olathe, KS 66062) )
“Thank you to Bev Reeves-Dudly, last month’s presenter, who led us through Women’s History from the 1800’s to today – we’ve made great strides, and have a long (longer now) way to go. Keep it up!!” – Cassie Woolworth, President JCDW
Continuing our year of self-care, this month we are hosting Devi Wetterer, founder of Sacred Residency and Wild Nature Women’s Circle. Devi will discuss the art of InterPlay with a passion for leadership in self-expression, creativity, spiritual development and inner awareness. She will then lead us in guided meditation.
JCDW’s annual winter fundraiser, Game Night, was our best one yet. Fun was had by all who participated, and it was good to have a reason to laugh.
Even better, the event raised over $1300! Shout out to Juliet, our VP of fundraising, for putting together such a fun night!
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
This Month at JCDW
Social: Thursday, March 6th 6-8PM
Women’s History Month: Thursday, March 20th 6-8PM
***A special thanks to our new communications chair, Tracy Styer, for leading us in Chair Yoga. Getting older is not for the faint-of-heart but she made staying in shape that much easier. I really appreciate the ‘low-impact’ aspect. It was WONDERFUL!!***
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
Check out the Johnson County Democratic Party Event Calendar for more ways to get involved this month!
This Month at JCDW
Social: Thursday, February 6th
Chair Yoga: Thursday, February 20th
I’m Tracy Styer, a Johnson County resident since 1974, a wife, and a mom to two grown daughters—one in Olathe, the other in Seattle. My life has been a testament to the idea of being a ‘Jack of all trades.’ I’ve navigated the complexities of IT as a systems engineer and then transitioned to the rewarding field of occupational therapy as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. It’s quite a shift, but I’ve always enjoyed learning and adapting to new challenges.
JCDW’s annual winter fundraiser, Game Night, is happening on Saturday, February 22nd from 6-9 pm at Shawnee Mission Unitarian Universalist Church. Get your tickets and mark your calendars, because getting Democrats elected in Johnson County has never been so much fun!
Our theme this year is self-care, and what better way to care for ourselves than to gather around a table to laugh, learn, and show off our mad skills? Whether you’re a serious trivia nerd or a casual party gamer, we’ve got you covered with games like Cards Against Humanity, Bezzerwizzer, Cranium, Who’s the G.O.A.T.?, Taboo, and more.
Tickets are $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers, $15 for students. All proceeds go toward electing Democrats in this year’s elections, so additional donations are always welcome!
We held our JCDW Board Elections this January and I have been re-elected as the President of JCDW. First I want to thank you all for your trust. I’m hoping to continue, with your help, the good work of educating women to run for office.
Second, I want to thank ALL the board members. We’ve elected Christine Morgan as Secretary (previously appointed to fill a vacancy), re-elected Juliet Sinclair as VP of Programs and have JUST elected Tracy Styer as VP of Communication! 🫶👏👏👏👏💪💙
We look forward to working with motivated women across the county as we continue our work of electing Democrats in Johnson County!
About Us
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
Check out the Johnson County Democratic Party Event Calendar for more ways to get involved this month!
This Month at JCDW
Social: Thursday, January 2nd
Elections & Planning: Thursday, January 16th
Tickets are $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers, $15 for students. All proceeds go toward electing Democrats in future elections, so additional donations are always welcome!
As of October 28, 2024, Johnson County Democratic Women North has merged into Johnson County Democratic Women South, making us one fully united organization. If you were a member of either group, you are now a member of JCDW (no need to make any changes). We will continue to host a social on the first Thursday of the month in the northern part of the county and a meeting/program on the third Thursday of the month in Olathe. We look forward to working with motivated women across the county as we continue our work of electing Democrats in Johnson County!
About Us
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
Check out the Johnson County Democratic Party Event Calendar for more ways to get involved this month!
JCDW SOCIAL – Thursday, November 7th at The Bar (5316 W 95th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66207)
JCDW Celebration/Looking ahead 2024 – Thursday, November 21st at Black Bear Diner ((11981 S Strang Line Rd, Olathe, KS 66062) )
As of October 28, 2024, Johnson County Democratic Women North has merged into Johnson County Democratic Women South, making us one fully united organization. If you were a member of either group, you are now a member of JCDW (no need to make any changes). We will continue to host a social on the first Thursday of the month in the northern part of the county and a meeting/program on the third Thursday of the month in Olathe. We look forward to working with motivated women across the county as we continue our work of electing Democrats in Johnson County!
If you haven’t already, it is time to vote. And as a special bonus, the sooner you vote, the sooner your name falls off of phone and text bank lists!
We will resume conquering on January 2nd, 2024
at The Bar in Prairie Village 6-8
Johnson County Democratic Women is part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women.
Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Your financial donation to either of our organizations will go directly to Democratic candidates running in Johnson County.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events
We are sister organizations, working together to engage women in politics and help get Democrats in Johnson County elected.
Johnson County Democratic Women North and Johnson County Democratic Women South are merging into one organization!
The Johnson County Democratic Party is spreading all through Johnson County and winning races everywhere! Becoming one organization will help us work all through the county and support all our wonderful candidates.
Effective immediately, the membership and donation link on Act Blue for North will automatically be directed to South. You have always been a member of both organizations when you join either one, and that will not change. Your membership date will not change, and your membership will not need to be renewed until the year is up from your existing membership date. For example, if you joined North in April 2024, you will not need to renew in the merged JCDW until April 2025. Same goes for South membership.
Effective soon, the boards will adjust members and officers, and start working as one board with Cassie Woolworth as president. Thank you Cassie! We will also be discussing our name to see what best describes us now. We will keep you informed as that happens.
PLEASE JOIN US AT BOTH ( Like you always could!)
– Dawn Olney
List of excellent candidates who are capible, compassionate, and committed.
This WILL BE the year we BREAK the SUPER MAJORITY!
Thursday October 3, 2024 We’re having a SOCIAL at The Bar 5316 W 95th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66207.
Come, drink, dine, and socialize with other like-minded Dems. Help us plan our path to win ALL THE RACES. 
Candidates are welcome to bring materials to display/hand out. Each person will order and pay for their own meal and drinks.
Thursday October 17, 2024
Come at 6:00 pm to socialize or at 6:30 pm for the meeting.
Location: Black Bear Diner (11981 S Strang Line Rd, Olathe, KS 66062)
In September we’re having a Social at Black Bear Diner from 6-8 pm Help us plan our path to win ALL THE RACES.
Candidates will have two minutes to deliver stump speeches.
There will be no ZOOM.
THANK YOU TO CARLA SMOCKS AND DRESS FOR SUCCESS
for educating us on the long-lasting solutions that enable women to break the cycle of poverty and how we can assist.
JCDW Calendar < – Link to the JCDW Calendar so you will be up to date on all the Events Johnson County Democratic Women are part of the Kansas Federation of Democratic Women, which is part of the National Federation of Democratic Women. Our mission is to empower women to run for office and to support the election of like-minded Democrats to state and local office. We do this through education and training, but especially through donations to qualified candidates. Membership is only $40 per year.
Check out the Johnson County Democratic Party Event Calendar for more ways to get involved this month!
