Del. Bernice Mireku-North (D14) was appointed one week before the start of the 2023 session in Annapolis. Read about how she managed her first term and her priorities for the upcoming years.

In the history of Maryland’s Legislative Black Caucus—the largest in the country—Del Jheanelle Wilkins (D20) is the first person from Montgomery County as well as the youngest and first woman to chair the organization. As chair, she strives to take the organization to the next level by leveraging its strong voice and presence in Annapolis. With a successful legislative session behind her, she has proved her leadership.

Del. Lesley Lopez (Dist. 39) is also president of the Women’s Legislative Caucus and deputy whip. In a discussion with WDC, Del. Lopez gives her perspective on legislation that will most benefit women and families and talks about the role the Women’s Caucus will play in supporting Governor Moore’s platform.