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Special to The Advocate
At the start of Massachusetts’ current legislative session, the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators (MCWL) appointed its new Board of Directors. State Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D-Melrose) has been selected as an At-Large Board member for the 2025-2026 legislative session. This announcement comes as the Caucus prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of advancing gender equity, enhancing economic opportunity and supporting women in government. The Caucus conducted a thorough and intentional process, led by its Nominating Committee, to select the 2025-2026 Board members.
“I am honored to have been selected as a 2025-2026 At-Large Board Member for the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators, a caucus I have been a member of since joining the House,” said Representative Lipper-Garabedian. “I look forward to working with my fellow board and Caucus members to elevate and enhance the status of women and all residents of the Commonwealth.”
Founded in 1975, the Caucus has grown from its original 14 members to over 61 legislators, including 56 Democrats, 4 Republicans, and 1 Unenrolled member. These members, comprising 50 representatives and 11 senators, reflect the bipartisan and bicameral strength of the Caucus, which remains committed to improving the quality of life for all residents of the Commonwealth. The Caucus remains steadfast in its strategic priorities – elevating women’s economic opportunity and eliminating barriers, addressing racial and gender disparities in health care and empowering women in government.
