Women's Appreciation Day Reception

In commemoration of Women's History Month and International Women's Day on March 8th, DAWN's List hosted a reception recognizing Democratic women from across the state for their work and dedication to progressive causes. Award winners included

  • Andrea Jansa, Des Moines (Rising Star Award)
  • Rachael Grimes, McCallsburg (Special Recognition Award)
  • Clara Oleson, West Branch (Activist Award)
  • Peggy Huppert, Des Moines (Lifetime Achievement Award)
  • State Senator Amanda Ragan, Mason City (Elected Official Award)
  • Lynda Waddington, Marion (Special Appreciation Award)
  • Roxanne Conlin, Des Moines (Shattered Glass Award)

Since 1992, DAWN’s List has been dedicated to the election of Democratic pro-choice women in Iowa. Today, DAWN’s List is the only Iowa group dedicated solely to the support, recruitment, mentoring and election of progressive women.