Wisconsin Women in Government Leadership Seminar
We partner with Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) to provide professional development seminars for women working in or with all levels of government.
About WWIG
Founded in 1987, Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) is a bipartisan volunteer organization that recognizes and supports women who choose to pursue a career in government by providing scholarships as well as learning, mentoring, and networking opportunities. WWIG also promotes mentoring by bringing together women from different backgrounds to share experiences and to foster professional networks.
Since 2001, we have partnered with WWIG to provide Leadership Seminars, which include more than 20 hours of training.
Apply for the 2027 Leadership Seminar
The Wisconsin Women in Government Leadership Seminar is an immersive professional development experience for women serving in and around government. Through expert instruction, collaborative learning, and meaningful networking, participants gain practical leadership tools they can apply throughout their careers.
- December 21, 2026: Applications are due
- January 11, 2027: Letters of acceptance will be emailed by
- March 5 and 12, 2027: Leadership Seminar
Read about past seminars
Leadership seminar inspires women leaders in government
Participants learned about managing and leading in public organizations from La Follette School faculty and other leaders in policy-related positions.
Leadership seminar brings together women leaders in government
The La Follette School and Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) assembled women leaders and La Follette faculty members to discuss leadership in public service, providing techniques for rising leaders to use in…
Wisconsin Women in Government Leadership Seminar features school faculty
Leaders from local and state government and legislative offices engaged in two days of learning and discussion during the 18th Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) Leadership Seminar.