Established in 1976 by Mayor Helen Boosalis and Lancaster County Commissioner Jan Gauger, our mission is to eliminate social, economic and legal barriers that prevent women from choosing their roles in the family, the labor force and society in general. The Women's Commission also serves as an administrative support system to many community events and stimulates an awareness in community activities.
Voice mail is available after hours and on weekends.
The Lincoln-Lancaster Women's Commission was created as an advisory board to keep the Mayor, City Council and County Commissioners informed on issues that impact women in our community. Comprised of 15 community volunteers and with a paid staff of three, the Commission engages in a variety of programs and projects throughout the year that are designed to heighten community awareness on women's issues in the areas of self-sufficiency, health care, safety, law and legislation, education, community resources, and to act as a clearinghouse of information for women in need. The Women's Commission invites community members to add their names to the list of volunteers or complete a Talent Bank Application form for consideration of board appointment. The Commission offers a wide variety of services for women wanting more information and education on issues affecting their lives. An extensive and investigative resource file of newspaper clippings, brochures, books and pamphlets dealing with current events and issues pertinent to women of local, national and international nature.