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

* Diversity and Cultural Competency

* Ethical Leadership

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

2012 Program Training Schedule

Saturday, December 3, 2011 - San Francisco

Saturday, January 14, 2012 - Oakland

Saturday, February 4, 2012 - San Jose

*Fri-Sun, Feb. 10-12 - CA Dem Party Convention - San Diego

Saturday & Sunday, March 17-18, 2012 - Walnut Creek

Wednesday, April 4, 2012 - Sacramento

Saturday & Sunday, May 19-20, 2012 - Marin

Saturday, June 9, 2012 - San Mateo

Saturday, June 9, 2012 - Graduation Ceremony - San Mateo

There will also be a mandatory Program Member orientation night on Tuesday, November 29, 2011. Please tentatively hold ALL of these dates.

*attendance at the State Party Convention is not required but strongly suggested