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Hamilton County celebrates Women's History Month by gathering elected women for a bi-partisan group picture. More than 160 women hold public office countywide, highlighting the importance of promoting women in leadership.
By Amanda Carter
In honor of Women’s History Month in March, the Hamilton County Commission on Women & Girls — organized several years ago by Commissioner Denise Driehaus — invited every elected woman in Hamilton County to gather on the Courthouse steps on March 5 for a bi-partisan group picture. The gathering provided an opportunity to kick off Women’s History Month and highlight the importance of promoting and encouraging women and girls to seek leadership positions, influence policy decisions, and promote public service.
Women hold a majority of Hamilton County-wide elected seats (8 out of the 11 offices), and more than half of the judicial seats are held by women. More than 160 women hold public office countywide. Hamilton County has an unprecedented number of women in local office, including mayors, councilmembers, commissioners, trustees, and judges.