OUR CORE VALUES
COURAGE
We break barriers and expand access for women in law enforcement and public safety.
REPRESENTATION
Leadership should reflect the communities we serve, elevating overlooked voices.
INTEGRITY
We lead with transparency, accountability, and honor.
SISTERHOOD & EXCELLENCE
We build lifelong networks of mentorship and prepare women not just to enter the field, but to lead it.
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
WEYNI LANGDON
Founder
CARMEN NAVARRO GERCONE
Vice President
Expert in Management & Public Safety | Law Enforcement Leader
Carmen Navarro Gercone brings 32 years of experience in law enforcement and criminal justice. A graduate of the FBI National Academy, she has trained alongside global leaders in public safety strategy.
She began her career as a deputy sheriff in 1994 and rose to 1st Assistant Executive Director/Chief, overseeing more than 1,200 deputies and 120 civilians. Her leadership focused on accountability, community trust, and officer wellness.
Committed to lifelong learning, Carmen has returned to the police academy to reconnect with modern policing, mentor emerging leaders, and lead with empathy, integrity, and purpose.
WENDY
Treasurer / Finance Chair
CHERLYNLYNN
Secretary
NICOLE PAGANI
Board Member
MAKEDA LANGDON
Board Member
DEBRA CLARK
Program Coordinator
Cook County Sheriff’s Police
Debra is a college graduate and longtime county employee with experience as a court advocate. She is passionate about public service and supporting her community. A dedicated health, wellness, and fitness enthusiast, Debra strives to inspire others to lead balanced and healthy lives.
JOSETTE BATTLE
Program Coordinator
Illinois State Police — District 3
Army Veteran and Illinois State Trooper with six years of dedicated service, Josette is committed to helping others and fostering strong, trusting community relationships. Before joining law enforcement, she spent twelve years in nuclear security, gaining valuable experience in discipline, safety, and crisis response. Outside of work, Josette enjoys unwinding with jigsaw puzzles and expanding her ever-growing Mickey Mouse collection.
THERESA BERNAL
Program Coordinator
Illinois Attorney General’s Office — Special Agent II
With over 15 years of legal and investigative experience, Theresa serves as a Special Agent II with the State of Illinois. She is deeply passionate about mentoring and guiding individuals who aspire to enter the law enforcement profession. When she’s not working, Theresa enjoys running, cooking, and baking—outlets that allow her to stay active and creative.