Naomi Sheridan Named Executive Director of League of Women Voters of Illinois

Nonprofit leader brings experience and enthusiasm to statewide organization

Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:19pm

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The League of Women Voters of Illinois has announced Naomi Sheridan as its new Executive Director. Sheridan steps into the leadership role with a strong background in nonprofit management and a dedication to social justice and democratic principles. She will oversee operations for the League's 43 local chapters and over 4,300 members statewide.

Why it matters

The League of Women Voters is a century-old nonpartisan organization known for encouraging civic engagement and defending democracy. Sheridan's appointment comes at a crucial time for American democracy, and her leadership will be important in guiding the League's work across Illinois.

The details

Sheridan will oversee the League's operations, programming, and advocacy efforts statewide. League President Becky Simon expressed excitement about Sheridan's valuable experience and effective communication skills, which will be assets in leading the organization.

  • Naomi Sheridan was named Executive Director on April 8, 2026.

The players

Naomi Sheridan

The new Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Illinois, bringing a strong background in nonprofit management and a dedication to social justice and democratic principles.

Becky Simon

The President of the League of Women Voters of Illinois, who expressed excitement about Sheridan's appointment and the valuable experience and effective communication skills she will bring to the organization.

League of Women Voters of Illinois

A nonpartisan organization that has been active for more than a century, known for encouraging civic engagement and defending democracy. The organization has 43 local chapters and over 4,300 members statewide.

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What they’re saying

“I am looking forward to being engaged in the work of League of Women Voters during this crucial time in American democracy.”

— Naomi Sheridan

“We are thrilled to welcome Naomi as our new Executive Director. She will bring experience, enthusiasm and great communication skills to our work. We feel very lucky to have found a new nonprofit leader and look forward to an invigorating partnership with her.”

— Becky Simon, President of the League of Women Voters of Illinois

The takeaway

Naomi Sheridan's appointment as Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Illinois comes at a critical time for American democracy, and her leadership and experience will be invaluable in guiding the organization's nonpartisan efforts to encourage civic engagement and defend democratic principles across the state.