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Use this map, made possible with support from the Hunt Alternatives Fund, to locate state-based and national resources for women interested in elected or appointed office or work on political campaigns. Click on a state to find leadership development and campaign training programs, political action committees, and organizations and programs committed to supporting and encouraging women in politics.

Need more ideas on how to get involved? Check out the Women's Definitive Guide to Getting Political by CAWP associate director Jean Sinzdak.

If you know of other organizations to add to our list or have updates to our information, please contact Chelsea Hill.

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Program Name	State	Party	Program Description
21 in '21 Initiative	NY		The primary mission of 21 in ’21 is to elect at least 21 women to the NYC Council by 2021, by creating a pipeline of prospective candidates...	The primary mission of 21 in ’21 is to elect at least 21 women to the NYC Council by 2021, by creating a pipeline of prospective candidates through one-on-one training, support and networking. 21 in '21 is also building a community of women who can excel as campaign operatives, strategic donors, volunteer activists, political consultants, and government staffers.
C.R.E.W. - Civically Re-Engaged Women CUNY - School of Professionalism	NY	Nonpartisan	Learn the essential tools needed to run a political campaign. Learn from experienced professionals and today’s political leaders about how to get...	Learn the essential tools needed to run a political campaign. Learn from experienced professionals and today’s political leaders about how to get the job and what to do once you get it. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a "Candidate Training Certificate"
Candidate Schools Eleanor's Legacy	NY	Dem	Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee (ELRC) Candidate Schools help women develop the skills they need to win elections. These day-long intensive...	Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee (ELRC) Candidate Schools help women develop the skills they need to win elections. These day-long intensive training experiences across New York State enable potential candidates to formulate a campaign strategy specific to their race and individual goals. Candidate Schools are open to all pro-choice Democratic women currently running for office or planning a future run.
Dare to Run	NY	Nonpartisan	Dare to Run offers female college graduates the chance to participate in a two-year certificate program in pursuit of a career path in public...	Dare to Run offers female college graduates the chance to participate in a two-year certificate program in pursuit of a career path in public service. They give women the opportunity to be a voice for their communities by committing to run campaigns in search of elected office within two years of graduation from the program.
Emerge New York Emerge America	NY	Dem	Emerge New York recruits, trains, and provides a powerful network for Democratic women running for office.	Emerge New York recruits, trains, and provides a powerful network for Democratic women running for office.
Leadership Buffalo	NY	Nonpartisan	Leadership Buffalo is a leadership development organization dedicated to training and educating individuals on issues and skills important to the...	Leadership Buffalo is a leadership development organization dedicated to training and educating individuals on issues and skills important to the community. Each year, particpants chosen based upon their community service and leadership potential are chosen to attend once-monthly sessions that explore the challenge, concept and practice of leadership along with topics including economic development, criminal justice, aging in the community, regional partnerships, human services, education, race relations, health care, poverty, community logic, and the arts. In addition to the Class Experience, Leadership Buffalo offers leadership programs for youth, executives, and community facilitators.
Leadership New York Coro New York Leadership Center	NY	Nonpartisan	Leadership New York (LNY) is a civic leadership development program run by Coro for mid-career professionals from diverse backgrounds, sectors and...	Leadership New York (LNY) is a civic leadership development program run by Coro for mid-career professionals from diverse backgrounds, sectors and perspectives. During monthly weekday sessions, known as Issue Days, participants explore New York Citys current policy challenges through site visits, small group interviews, panel discussions, and other activities across the five boroughs. Topics include:/ -- arts and culture/ -- criminal justice and public safety/ -- economic development and housing/ -- education/ -- public finance/ -- international and city media/ -- public health and social services. In addition to LNY, Coro provides annual leadership programs for New York City high school students, early and mid-career professionals, and individuals working with immigrant communities in New York City.
Leadership Rochester	NY	Nonpartisan	Founded in 1990, Leadership Rochester is a nine-month program to provide established and emerging leaders with knowledge and access to resources,...	Founded in 1990, Leadership Rochester is a nine-month program to provide established and emerging leaders with knowledge and access to resources, enabling them to understand and respond to the quality of life challenges facing the Greater Rochester region. Participants are chosen annually to pattend an opening retreat in September and once-montly sessions through May where class members dissect a topic integral to the community at large. Topics range from education, healthcare, criminal justice to economic development.
Masters' Program in Elections and Campaign Management Fordham University	NY	Nonpartisan	Fordham University offers a masters degree in elections and campaign management. The program is designed as a comprehensive, one-year introduction...	Fordham University offers a masters degree in elections and campaign management. The program is designed as a comprehensive, one-year introduction to both theoretical and practical tools necessary to manage political campaigns. Rigorous multidisciplinary instruction in voting behavior, candidate strategy, analysis of survey data, and media management is provided by academics and industry professionals. The program requires completion of 30 credits. including a professional-level internship in a political consulting firm or a campaign organization.
New Leaders Council New York	NY	Nonpartisan	New Leaders Council (NLC) was formed in 2005 to train and support the next generation of progressive political entrepreneursyoung professionals in...	New Leaders Council (NLC) was formed in 2005 to train and support the next generation of progressive political entrepreneursyoung professionals in their twenties and thirties who are leading industries, setting trends, and building institutions that support robust civic and political life in a global America. NLC accomplishes this mission primarily through the NLC Institute - a political entrepreneurship training program held 10 days over a five-month period that builds local teams of young professionals in 19 cities across the nation. NLC Fellows learn entrepreneurship, leadership, and political management skills from over volunteer faculty from relevant industries. Fellows are also paired with career mentors, join a national alumni network, and agree to fundraise to support the next class of Fellows.
NEW Leadership™ New York Center for Women in Government and Civil Society	NY	Nonpartisan	The NEW Leadership™ New York is an intensive residential program that educates college women about politics and policy making and inspires them to...	The NEW Leadership™ New York is an intensive residential program that educates college women about politics and policy making and inspires them to get involved in the political process. During the six-day program selected students meet with women in a variety of roles in the public sphere, learn about women's political participation, explore ideas about leadership and politics, and participate in hands-on skills building exercises. NEW Leadership™ New York is part of the NEW Leadership™ Development Network of the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University (NJ).
New York Federation of Republican Women	NY	Rep	Through affiliate chapters in nearly every state, the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW) promotes the principles, objectives and policies...	Through affiliate chapters in nearly every state, the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW) promotes the principles, objectives and policies of the Republican Party; elects Republican candidates; informs the public through political education and activity; and increases the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government. In working toward these objectives, the NFRW concentrates its efforts in the areas of educating, communicating, recruiting, campaigning, fundraising, training and legislative action.
New York NOW National Organization for Women	NY	Nonpartisan	Founded in 1966, the National Organization for Women (NOW) is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States whose goal is to...	Founded in 1966, the National Organization for Women (NOW) is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States whose goal is to take action to bring about equality for all women. NOW is a multi-issue, multi-strategy organization that takes a holistic approach to women's rights. The organization's official priorities are winning economic equality and securing it with an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that will guarantee equal rights for women; championing abortion rights, reproductive freedom and other women's health issues; opposing racism and fighting bigotry against lesbians and gays; and ending violence against women. NOW has over 550 chapters in all 50 states that participate in education and advocacy activities. Information on state and local chapters of NOW is available on the national NOW website and through state chapters.
New York State Legislative Women's Caucus	NY	Nonpartisan	The bi-partisan, bicameral New York State Legislative Women's Caucus focuses on a shared legislative agenda. Through the Caucus, women state...	The bi-partisan, bicameral New York State Legislative Women's Caucus focuses on a shared legislative agenda. Through the Caucus, women state legislators work to: /-- Improve the participation of women in all areas of government /-- Support issues that affect and benefit women in New York State, and /-- Provide a network of support for women in the state legislature.
New York Women's Political Caucus National Women's Political Caucus	NY	Nonpartisan	The New York Women's Political Caucus, a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus, recruits, trains and supports women candidates for...	The New York Women's Political Caucus, a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus, recruits, trains and supports women candidates for elected and appointed office.
New York Women's Political Caucus PAC National Women's Political Caucus	NY	Nonpartisan	The New York Women's Political Caucus PAC supports women candidates for elected and appointed office.	The New York Women's Political Caucus PAC supports women candidates for elected and appointed office.
The Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee	NY	Dem	The Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee supports pro-choice Democratic women candidates at the state or local level in New York State.	The Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee supports pro-choice Democratic women candidates at the state or local level in New York State.
WE PAC Women Elect	NY	Dem	WE PAC is a political action committee that helps women who support reproductive rights build their financial and volunteer networks and fully...	WE PAC is a political action committee that helps women who support reproductive rights build their financial and volunteer networks and fully understand the process of running for elected office so that they are prepared and supported when they are ready to say ”YES, I am ready to run for office!”
Women's Taking Action in Politics (TAP) Fund	NY	Nonpartisan	The Women's TAP (Taking Action in Politics) Fund is a non-partisan PAC operating in western New York whose goal is to elect qualified, pro-choice,...	The Women's TAP (Taking Action in Politics) Fund is a non-partisan PAC operating in western New York whose goal is to elect qualified, pro-choice, pro-ERA, pro-child care women to local and state office.
WomenElect	NY	Nonpartisan	WomenElect is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that helps women who support reproductive rights build their financial and volunteer networks...	WomenElect is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that helps women who support reproductive rights build their financial and volunteer networks and fully understand the process of running for elected office. WomenElect offers extended, in-depth training and coaching process that focuses onteaching the unique skills required of candidates for elected office, including, but not limited to, fundraising, public speaking, image development, press/media relations, and leadership development. WomenElect has a network of chapters across New York State.

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