The National Federation of Democratic Women (“NFDW”) will accept nominees for its inaugural “40 Under 40 Women’s Leadership Recognition Program” beginning October 1, 2026. NFDW will recognize women under the age of 40 who are shaping this nation and their neighborhoods through leadership, service, professional development, mentorship, innovations and creating community impact through grassroots initiatives.

The National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) held its 55th Anniversary Convention June 3–6, 2026, at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year’s theme, “The Past, Present, and Future,” highlights women’s leadership in the Democratic National Committee’s 50-State Partnership to organize, strategize, and mobilize women nationwide.

The National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) honors the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson -- a civil rights legend, political strategist and human rights activist.

The National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) is proud to herald that longtime NFDW member, Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D, CA-11), will retire in 2026. Pelosi’s retirement from the U.S. Congress will clear the way for new 11 th Congressional District representation, which includes most of San Francisco, California. From her historic win in 1987, Rep. Pelosi has been a political powerhouse. She was the first woman elected U.S. House Speaker and the first woman to lead a major political party in either Chamber of Congress.

The National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) stands firmly with New York Attorney General Letitia James following her indictment by a Virginia grand jury. NFDW President Lovie West praised James for upholding her oath to support the U.S. Constitution, declaring that “we will not allow these attacks on our democratic principles or on women in power to go unchecked.” West urged citizens across the nation to defend justice and equality, reaffirming the shared commitment to “liberty and justice for all.”