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2026 Annual Scholarship & Recognition Gala

Join Wisconsin Women in Government (WWIG) for our Annual Scholarship & Recognition Gala, an evening celebrating leadership, service, and connection in government.

The event brings together professionals and public servants from across the state for networking, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar, along with a silent auction supporting WWIG programs and scholarships.

We will also recognize women making an impact in public service through awards including the Rising Star Award, honoring an emerging leader, and the Legacy Award, celebrating a career of lasting influence in government.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/mYDuYSUheh47ovDTA

Proceeds from the gala support WWIG scholarships and leadership development initiatives that empower and advance women across Wisconsin’s public sector.

Questions? Email wwigquestions@gmail.com

Meet Our Keynote Speaker!

Wisconsin Women in Government is honored to welcome Chief Justice Jill Karofsky of the Wisconsin Supreme Court as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Scholarship & Recognition Gala.

Chief Justice Karofsky has dedicated her career to public service, justice, and the rule of law. Prior to joining the Wisconsin Supreme Court, she served as Executive Director of the Office of Crime Victim Services at the Wisconsin Department of Justice, where she worked to strengthen resources and support systems for crime victims across the state.

Earlier in her career, she spent nearly a decade as an Assistant Attorney General with the Wisconsin Department of Justice and previously served as a prosecutor in Dane County, advocating for community safety and justice.

Since being elected to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Chief Justice Karofsky has been recognized for her commitment to fairness, transparency, and the integrity of Wisconsin’s judicial system. Her career reflects a deep dedication to public service and leadership, values that align closely with WWIG’s mission of supporting and advancing women in government.

We are thrilled to welcome Chief Justice Karofsky to share her perspective on leadership, public service, and the importance of empowering women in government and public life.

More Announcements Coming Soon

Stay tuned for additional gala updates, including:

Panel discussion speakers
2026 Rising Star Award recipient
2026 Legacy Award recipient

We look forward to sharing more details as we celebrate the incredible women shaping Wisconsin’s public sector.

Thank You To Our 2026 Sponsors

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Wisconsin Women in Government’s sponsors are valued partners who demonstrate unwavering support for women pursuing careers in the public sector and who share our commitment to advancing our mission. For more information about sponsorship, please visit wiscwomeningovernment.org/sponsors or contact wwigquestions@gmail.com.