Section for Women in Public Administration

SWPA is one of the largest and most active ASPA Sections with a growing membership and full range of activities and programs for its members. We welcome women and men to work together on projects and programs that promote participation and recognition of women at all levels and areas of the public sector.

SWPA members and leaders have developed the following Action Agenda which focuses on key membership priorities:

• Enhance the value of SWPA membership to promote membership retention
• Attract and engage new members
• Continue diversity and inclusion efforts in both membership and member resources
• Provide excellent, relevant career and leadership experiences (such as the Transitions program)
• Accelerate outreach to ASPA Chapters, Sections, and national organizations to increase SWPA impact and networking opportunities for members
• Emphasize issues of significance to women and minorities with supportive resources and advocacy

Website: https://www.swpaaspa.org/

Leadership and Contact Details

Chair: Charlene M. L. Roach
Vice Chair: Kayla Schwoerer
Secretary: Michaela Abbott
Treasurer: Hanjin Mao
Board Members: Mercy Umeri, Colette Knuth, Rachel Emas, Lashae Lambert, Roslyn Alic-Batson, Alina Pavelea, Rebecca Entress, Saman Afshan, Kellie Fain, Ying Liu, Yazmin Valido

Contact the Section for more information.

Annual Section Membership Dues: $25 ($17 for students and new professionals)