National Federation of Democratic Women

National Federation of Democratic Women
Named afterNFDW
FormationOctober 6, 1971 (1971-10-06)
Founders27 women
Founded atWashington, D.C., U.S.
TypeWomen's wing
Key people
Rilla Moran (first President)
Parent organization
Democratic Party
AffiliationsDemocratic Party
Websitewww.nfdw.com

The National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) is the official organization of the Democratic Party that focuses on women's issues. The NFDW was established in 1971[1] as a means of supporting women's voices within the Democratic Party of the United States. The NFDW hosts national and state-level conferences and activities. The NFDW is a recognized constituent group of the Democratic National Committee.[1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Young, Lisa (2000). Feminists and Party Politics. UBC Press. p. 117. ISBN 9780774807746.