19th Collective
The 19th Collective is a community of women legislators dedicated to bipartisan progress and impact.
About the Community
Participate in professional & personal development opportunities
Expand your leadership skills and deepen policy expertise
Receive exclusive mentorship and guidance
Amplify the visibility of women in leadership
Making Women’s Voices Heard
The 19th Collective is a bipartisan community of Gen Z and millennial women legislators united by a shared commitment to leadership, collaboration, and advocacy. Inspired by the legacy of the 19th Amendment, the Collective was created to answer the call of young women legislators seeking deeper connections and a stronger sense of community in public service.
This unique initiative empowers women in legislative roles by fostering an environment where members can develop their skills, share knowledge, and collaborate effectively to enhance their impact. Beyond professional growth, we cultivate a strong sense of community, encouraging networking, mentorship, and camaraderie that extends beyond formal gatherings.
Through tailored workshops, discussions, and initiatives, the 19th Collective supports the ongoing professional development of our members, helping them sharpen their leadership skills, deepen their policy expertise, and achieve long-term success. Together, we work to amplify the visibility of women legislators, advocating for increased representation and addressing gender disparities in political leadership.
The 19th Collective is more than a network—it’s a space where women legislators unite across the aisle to lead, inspire, and make a difference. The Collective meets monthly for executive coaching, peer-to-peer support, and strategic skill-building.
Meet the Members of the Inaugural Cohort
Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R-FL)
Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark (D-GA)
Meet Rep. Dr. Clark
Sen. Claire Cory (R-ND)
Rep. Jo Ella Hoye (D-KS)
Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-MA)
Rep. Ajay Pittman (D-OK)
Meet Rep. Pittman
Sen. Jamie Scott (D-AR)
Meet Rep. Stone
Rep. Mary Katherine-Stone (D-VT)
Del. Kayla Young (D-WV)
Meet Del. YoungWomen in State Legislatures 2024
Learn more from Rutgers’ CAWP2,420 women are state legislators, with 588 in the State Senate and 1,832 in the State House/Assembly
Women hold 32.8% of 7,386 state legislative seats across the country
25 women are currently serving in senior leadership roles in their state legislature
Nevada became the first state to have women hold a majority of state legislative seats
Partner in Focus: M.M.LaFleur
We believe in the power of women in leadership making their voices heard and their presence known. That’s why we’re excited to share that the 19th Collective has partnered with M.M.LaFleur, a female-founded fashion brand that understands the importance of confidence, professionalism, and style in leadership.
As we continue to support and elevate women in public service, this collaboration embodies the confidence, professionalism, and strength that define our leaders. Together, we’re making sure young female lawmakers feel empowered — both in their roles and in what they wear.
“Our job is to solve problems, and the best way that young people can do that is to be a part of something bigger than themselves.”
“I’m not just looking from one lens, I’m looking from multiple. I’m standing in the gap as a young person, as a female, as a Black woman, as a Native woman.”
Read their Stories
Rep. Ajay Pittman Brings Multiple Identities To the Table
October 10, 2024
Rep. Ajay Pittman Brings Multiple Identities to <span class="dewidow">the Table </span>
“my Son Was Two Days Old, And Wv Had A Water Crisis” – Del. kayla Young
December 4, 2023
“My Son Was Two Days Old, and WV Had a Water Crisis” – Del. <span class="dewidow">Kayla Young</span>
Rep. Jo Ella Hoye | Democrat – Kansas
June 14, 2023
Rep. Jo Ella Hoye | Democrat <span class="dewidow">– Kansas</span>Interested in joining the 19th Collective?
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