Recruitment for the Class of 2011 Now Underway

Do you know a smart, passionate Democratic woman who should be serving the community? Do you want to learn more about the Emerge Program or have questions about the application process? Click here to see answers to FAQs

Successful Annual Event with Arianna Huffington!

Arianna Huffington packed the 6th Annual Emerge event with hundreds of supporters on June 17, 2010. Click here to see more pictures from the event.

Emerge California graduates the Class of 2010!

Congratulations to the Class of 2010 on their recent graduation from the Emerge program. Click here to see more photos of the ceremony.

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What We Do

Emerge California is the essential step for Democratic women who want to run for public office.  It is the only in-depth, seven-month training program that inspires candidates to run and gives them the tools to win.

By providing women across the Bay Area with top-notch training and a powerful political network, Emerge California is getting more Democrats into office and changing the leadership - and politics - of California.

Our Curriculum

Participants meet one weekend a month for seven months and participate in the following trainings:

* Public Speaking and Communication

* Fundraising

* Media and Messaging

* Networking

* Campaign Strategy

* Field Operations

* Labor and Endorsements

* Technology and New Media

* Cultural Competency

* Ethical Leadership

 

Participants have the opportunity to meet women who hold elective office in California and expand their political network.