Join the Women’s Democratic Club for an inspiring luncheon featuring two of Utah’s leading voices in civil rights, public policy, and advocacy.

Alison Griffith, Director of Community Engagement for the ACLU of Utah, leads statewide education and outreach efforts focused on protecting civil rights and liberties for all Utahns. Her career includes legislative policy work in the U.S. Senate and more than two decades of public diplomacy and community engagement with the U.S. Department of State across the United States, Europe, Central America, and the Middle East. She currently advocates on issues including voting rights, immigrant rights, First Amendment protections, and transgender rights.



Marina Lowe, Senior Director of Legal & Legislative Affairs for Equality Utah, has spent nearly two decades advancing bipartisan policy solutions and LGBTQ protections in Utah. Her work has helped pass landmark legislation on nondiscrimination protections, Election Day voter registration, conversion therapy bans for LGBTQ youth, police body camera policy, and criminal justice reform. Prior to Equality Utah, she served for 15 years as Legislative & Policy Director for the ACLU of Utah and previously practiced law in both Utah and California.

Friday, June 13 | 11:00 AM

We expect this luncheon to sell out quickly, so we encourage guests to reserve tickets early.

Icons of Influence Re-Cap

At this year’s “Icons of Influence” event, the Women’s Democratic Club honored twelve extraordinary Utah women whose leadership has shaped our state through public service, advocacy, education, healthcare, civic engagement, and community leadership. Their decades of work breaking barriers, solving problems, and improving the lives of Utahns served as a powerful reminder that even in challenging times, thoughtful leadership and meaningful change continue to move Utah forward.

Honorees featured include:

• Karen Shepherd

• Jani Iwamoto

• Sandra Hollins

• Carol Spackman Moss

• Sherrie Swensen

• Karrie Galloway

• Shelia Srivastava

• Rosie Rivera

• Hoang Nguyen

• Verona Mauga

• Karen Kwan

• Angela Romero

Why Join the Women’s Democratic Club of Utah?

Membership in the Women’s Democratic Club of Utah is an opportunity to be part of a community that is informed, engaged, and working to strengthen Democratic leadership across the state. Every membership dollar goes directly toward supporting Democratic priorities in Utah.

Membership helps fund:

• Scholarships that train women to run for office
• Resources and support for women and Democratic candidates
• Events and programs that inform, engage, and connect members
• Efforts that strengthen Democratic caucuses and organizations across Utah

Membership is flexible. Individuals choose their financial level—from $30 to $500 annually—and their level of involvement. Whether someone attends events, joins a committee, or simply supports the mission, every member contributes to building a stronger network and greater impact across Utah.

Together, members help shape elections, support new leaders, and expand Democratic influence throughout the state.

From Utah to the Nation: Your Membership Includes NFDW

Membership in the Women’s Democratic Club of Utah also includes membership in the National Federation of Democratic Women, connecting you to a nationwide network of Democratic women leaders working to elect Democrats and strengthen the party at every level.

NFDW holds three delegate seats on the Democratic National Committee, ensuring Democratic women have a voice in shaping the party’s direction and national priorities.

Members also have opportunities to participate in national programs, virtual events, and gatherings with Democratic women from across the country. One upcoming opportunity is the NFDW National Convention in Las Vegas, where leaders and members come together to network, learn, and organize for the future.

Several WDC Utah board members and club members are planning to attend the convention and welcome others who would like to join them. To learn more about attending, please reach out to Terri Hrechkosy or Elaine Lewis.