The YWCA Public Official of the Year Goes to . . .
Two Remarkable Legislators: Rebecca Chavez-Houck and Becky Edwards
Serving 10 years each in the Utah House of Representatives, Rebecca Chavez-Houck and Becky Edwards have been committed to strengthening the lives of Utah women and their families. In recognition of their service to Utahns, we are excited to present awards at the Utah Women's Policy Conference to these two incredible women. We hope you'll join us in honoring them.

YWCA Public Official of the Year Awards Luncheon
Thomas S. Monson Center
Thursday, August 23
12-1 PM
Representative Rebecca Chavez-Houck

A Utah native, Rebecca Chavez-Houck holds a B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication and a Master of Public Administration (MPA), both from the University of Utah. She has represented Salt Lake City’s District 24 in the Utah House of Representatives and focuses on public policy related to health and human services as well as voter engagement and access. She also serves as Co-Chair of the Women in the Economy Commission. Rebecca’s passion for social justice advocacy and desire to develop progressive public policy was forged in the multicultural community of Bingham Canyon, where her parents met. Rebecca’s compassion for the less fortunate, pride in cultural diversity, commitment to the environment, and support for our public education system was undoubtedly shaped by her parents’ influence.
Representative Becky Edwards

Becky Edwards has represented District 20 in the Utah House of Representatives. Her legislative work has focused on issues related to strengthening our economy, air quality, education, and helping families achieve economic stability. She serves as Chair of the Economic Development and Workforce Services Committee and Co-Chair of the Women in the Economy Commission. Becky graduated with a Masters in Social Work, and an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from BYU and has worked as a Trauma Coordinator for Medical Social Work Services, Inpatient Substance Abuse Therapist, and as an Outpatient Family Therapist. Becky’s involvement in politics is a natural outgrowth of her long commitment to community involvement on a grassroots level.
Thursday, August 23, 2018, 8 AM - 5 PM & Friday, August 24, 2018, 8 AM - 12 PM
Special Pre-Conference Session Held August 22
Thomas S. Monson Center
411 East South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
The YWCA's Utah Women’s Policy Conference is the first and only event of its kind, bringing together leading experts on women's policy issues, state legislators, policymakers, and advocates for Utah women and girls. Highlights include:

  • Presentation of the 2018 Report on the Well-Being of Women in Utah on Thursday, August 23
  • Updates from legislators who are spearheading policy efforts in Utah on Friday, August 24
  • Working sessions in YWCA's three priority areas: Economic Empowerment and Advancement for Women & Girls, Racial Justice and Civil Rights for Women & Girls of Color, and Health and Safety for Women & Girls

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