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50th Anniversary: Stories, Events & Partners
 

WGR's 50th Anniversary

 

In 2025, Women in Government Relations proudly celebrates 50 years of empowering women, advancing careers, and shaping the future of government relations. Since 1975, WGR has been a driving force in fostering leadership, advocacy, and a sense of community among professional women.

This milestone is not just a celebration of our history—it’s a reflection of the collective strength, dedication, and impact of our incredible members and partners. Throughout the year, we’ll honor the trailblazers who paved the way, share inspiring stories from our journey, and look ahead to the future we’re building together.

 

50 Stories for 50 Years

To celebrate WGR’s 50th anniversary, we're sharing a new story each week from our community. These videos/written memories highlight the experiences, achievements, and impact of our members over the past five decades. Tune in weekly to hear these inspiring stories that shape our legacy.



Share Your WGR Memories

We’d love for you to be part of this special year! Share your favorite WGR memory or record a video message to help us honor this incredible milestone. Your stories and reflections will showcase the community we’ve built and inspire the next generation of leaders.

 

Click here to upload a video or share your memory.

 

 

Events

We’re thrilled to celebrate WGR’s 50th anniversary all year long with special highlights at our signature events. From memorable sessions at the Annual Leadership & Advocacy Conference to transforming our End-of-Year Celebration into a 70's themed anniversary event, this milestone year is packed with opportunities to honor our past, celebrate the present, and shape our future together.

Explore Our Upcoming Events to join the celebration!

 

Announcing Our 50th Anniversary Legacy Partner: FiscalNote

We are thrilled to welcome FiscalNote as WGR’s 50th Anniversary Legacy Partner! Together, we will celebrate this milestone year by creating meaningful opportunities to connect, learn, and honor the legacy of women in government relations.

This partnership is even more special as FiscalNote’s brands, CQ and Roll Call, are also celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025. CQ turns 80, and Roll Call marks 70 years of delivering trusted policy insights and political news. These shared milestones underscore the deep commitment to excellence, leadership, and advancing the government relations profession.

Throughout 2025, FiscalNote will join us in supporting signature events, exclusive initiatives, and special projects that highlight these incredible achievements. From engaging discussions to memorable celebrations, this partnership will amplify the impact of our 50th-anniversary year.

Thank you, FiscalNote, for making this extraordinary year even more meaningful! 

 

 

Support the 1975 Fund

Help us empower the next generation of women in government relations! The newly launched WGR 1975 Fund supports scholarships, WGR memberships, and the Judy Schneider Fellowship to advance the careers of women in our field.

Our goal is to raise $19,750 to fuel these impactful initiatives. Together, we can create opportunities that inspire and uplift women leaders for years to come.

Join us in making a difference—your support matters! Donate to the 1975 Fund.