“Many of us running/planning a run are doing both: working at the ground level, learning campaigning and political landscape, building a resume three times as long as a man's, and navigating unconventional policy and position.”
Mothers often make the best candidates for elected office because we know how to solve problems (like ninjas, really) and deal with difficult people (toddlers give us great training). We also have a great reason: we want to build a better world for our children. Need a little inspiration? See why more moms are running for office.
Below are a handful of national and state organizations that are empowering women and mothers like you to run for office.
Vote Mama helps moms with young children run for office
Emerge America empowers progressive women from around the country to run for office through an intensive 70-hour, six month training program. Many states have affiliates. Find a program and apply!
She Should Run providing guidance and support to women considering a run for office
Rise to Run is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes young progressive women to run for office
Ignite prepares and empowers young women to run for office
EMILY’s List chooses pro-choice, Democratic candidates to support
Victory Institute supports women who identify with the LGBTQ+ community to run for office
Camp Wellstone is open to anyone who is interested in running in progressive politics
Get Her Elected supports progressive women candidates who are running for office
Higher Heights is a national organization providing Black women with a political home exclusively dedicated to harnessing their power to elect Black women, influence elections and advance progressive policies
Barbara Lee Family Foundation provides expertise on the obstacles and opportunities for women running for office
Omara Strategy Group is run by Atima Omara, former president of Young Democrats of America, and supports women, people of color, & LGBTQ candidates and organizations