19th Collective

The 19th Collective is a community of women legislators dedicated to bipartisan progress and impact.

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.

About the Community

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Participate in professional & personal development opportunities

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Expand your leadership skills and deepen policy expertise

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Receive exclusive mentorship and guidance

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Amplify the visibility of women in leadership

Meet the New Members Joining the 19th Collective in 2026

In 2026, the 19th Collective expanded to 26 members, welcoming 8 new women leaders from across the country and political spectrum into the community.

MEET THE COLLECTIVE

Sen. Jessica de la Cruz (R-RI)

RI Sen. Jessica de la Cruz

Rep. Stephanie Gricius (R-UT)

UT Rep. Stephanie Gricius

Sen. Amber Hulse (R-SD)

SD. Sen. Amber Hulse

Rep. Latyna Humphrey (D-OH)

OH Rep. Latyna Humphrey

Sen. Tiara Mack (D-RI)

RI Sen. Tiara Mack

Rep. Nina Milliken (D-ME)

ME Rep. Nina Milliken

Rep. Dr. Megan Srinivas (D-IA)

IA Rep. Megan Srinivas

Rep. Katie Zolnikov (R-MT)

MT. Rep. Katie Zolnikov

Meet the 2025 Members of the 19th Collective

In 2025, the 19th Collective grew to a community of 18 women leaders, when 10 new members from across the country and political spectrum were welcomed into the collective.

MEET THE COLLECTIVE

Rep. Tiara Auxier (R-UT)

UT Rep. Tiara Auxier

Rep. Dr. Imani Barnes (D-GA)

GA Rep. Imani Barnes

Rep. Dr. Victoria Garcia Wilburn (D-IN)

IN Rep. Dr. Victoria Garcia Wilburn

Rep. Vanessa Grossl (R-KY)

IN Rep. Dr. Victoria Garcia Wilburn

Rep. Barbara Hernandez (D-IL)

IL Rep. Barbara Hernandez

Rep. Trish La Chica (D-HI)

HI Rep. Trish La Chica

Rep. Dr. Jennifer Mandelbaum (D-NH)

NH Rep. Dr. Jennifer Mandelbaum

Rep. Angel Roeser (R-KS)

KS Rep. Angel Roeser

Rep. Kanani Souza (R-HI)

HI Rep. Kanani Souza

Rep. Jenny Willford (D-CO)

CO Rep. Jenny Wilford

Meet the Inaugural Members of the 19th Collective

In the summer of 2024, we launched the 19th Collective with a bipartisan group of 8 women to unite women lawmakers under a shared commitment to leadership, collaboration, and advocacy.

MEET THE COLLECTIVE

Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R-FL)

FL Sen. Alexis Calatayud

Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark (D-GA)

Meet Rep. Dr. Clark

Rep. Jo Ella Hoye (D-KS)

KS Rep. Jo Ella Hoye

Rep. Tram Nguyen (D-MA)

MA Rep. Tram Nguyen

Sen. Jamie Scott (D-AR)

Meet Rep. Stone

Rep. Mary Katherine-Stone (D-VT)

VT Rep. Mary-Katherine Stone

Del. Kayla Young (D-WV)

Meet Del. Young

Women in State Legislatures 2024

Learn more from Rutgers’ CAWP
2,420

2,420 women are state legislators, with 588 in the State Senate and 1,832 in the State House/Assembly

32.8%

Women hold 32.8% of 7,386 state legislative seats across the country

25

25 women are currently serving in senior leadership roles in their state legislature

2019

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.”

Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R-FL)

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How A Small-town Newspaper Inspired South Dakota’s anti-slapp Law

September 17, 2026

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Policy ImpactsIowaNew HampshireOklahoma

Prescriptive Policy: How Lawmakers’ Health Care Backgrounds Are Shaping harm Reduction

June 11, 2026

Prescriptive Policy: How Lawmakers’ Health Care Backgrounds Are Shaping <span class="dewidow">Harm Reduction</span>
Policy ImpactsFloridaKansasPennsylvania

On Generational Housing Crisis, Young Lawmakers Chose Pragmatism over Partisanship

April 23, 2026

On Generational Housing Crisis, Young Lawmakers Chose Pragmatism <span class="dewidow">Over Partisanship</span>

19th Collective Experience Gallery

Rep. Sara Jacobs

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