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Take your next step.
We’ll always be here, encouraging women like you to consider a run for office! When you’re ready to take your next step, whether it’s getting on a ballot or volunteering for a campaign, we recommend you explore the resources and partners we’ve curated below.
Explore deeper training opportunities.
54% of Americans think women having to do more to prove themselves is a major obstacle for those seeking political office.
There are many renowned organizations dedicated to providing campaign training that will help make becoming a candidate less overwhelming. We’ve identified a few examples here to get you started, but be sure to check out our growing list of field resources.
Political Training Courses
Women’s Public Leadership Network
Women’s Public Leadership Network (WPLN) educates, organizes, and inspires center- and right-leaning women to seek public office and become effective leaders. Check out their free online training curriculum and community, and learn more about advisors and partners in your area to help you on your journey. These courses are free and can be completed at your own pace.
VRL Headquarters
Vote Run Lead
Vote Run Lead is nonpartisan and trains women to run for office and win, reaching over 55,000 women across America. They have developed and curated VRLHQ to share winning campaign strategies and inspiring stories from folks who have been in your shoes. Through their free host of resources on planning a campaign strategy, building your team, fundraising, voter outreach, and regularly updated curated collections, they’ll show you how to run for office and win in a changing world — without compromise.
The Campaign School
Yale University
The Campaign School at Yale University is a nonpartisan, issue-neutral leadership program whose mission is to increase the number and influence of women in elected and appointed office in the United States and around the globe.
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In a polarized political environment, developing nonpartisan leadership competencies, such as becoming self-aware, achieving results, and engaging with others, can bring people together and renew public trust.
Resources to Connect with the Greater Political Ecosystem
She Should Run
We know there are a multitude of resources that can be useful to you as you continue to explore your political leadership potential. We’ve created an extensive and ever-growing list of organizations, tools, guides, and more for you to dive into based on traits specific to you, like your location, political party, and preferred learning style.
Run For Office: Find open positions in your area
Latinas Represent
Latinas Represent is the national, nonpartisan home for Latinas seeking out public service opportunities in the U.S. Check out their helpful search engine called “Run for Office,” which lets you enter your address to find out which public office positions are open in your area. This tool makes it simple to take the first step toward making a difference and becoming a public service leader in your community.
Get your questions answered by someone who has been there.
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She Should Run
You’re the type of person who wants to get information directly from the source. That’s why we’re giving women the chance to schedule one-on-one virtual meetings with a woman who has previously run for office. Be among the first to apply to be a part of this program.
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