Building Women Leaders

Ohio Watchlist
Spotlight on Ohio Leaders
This page features women in Ohio 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
From day one, Emilia Sykes has connected her community to Congress, cutting through D.C.'s noise to deliver results. In her first term, she secured $100M in federal funds for Ohio's 13th District and returned $2M to constituents. Praised as an effective lawmaker, she advocates tirelessly for her community.

Congresswoman Joyce Beatty
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, a proud Ohioan, has represented Ohio's 3rd Congressional District since 2013. In the 118th Congress, she serves on the Financial Services Committee as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions, overseeing critical financial sectors and institutions. Previously, she chaired the Congressional Black Caucus during the 117th Congress, driving policy, progress, and leadership.