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Building Women Leaders

Illinois Watchlist
Spotlight on Illinois Leaders
This page features women in Illinois who are making a difference and aligning with the SheLeads Initiative's mission to empower and lead change. From Elected Officials, Organizers, and Community Leaders. Know an inspiring leader we should highlight? Click here to nominate a remarkable woman in your community!

US Senator, Tammy Duckworth
Iraq War veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and former VA Assistant Secretary, Sen. Duckworth was among the first Army women to fly combat missions in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Serving 23 years in the Reserves, she retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2014 and was elected to the Senate in 2016.
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