Leadership Resources

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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
Leap into Leadership Wyoming Womens Legislative Caucus	WY	Nonpartisan	The Wyoming Women's Legislative Caucus hosts the annual Leap into Leadership event at the Wyoming State Capitol in partnership with Equality State...	The Wyoming Women's Legislative Caucus hosts the annual Leap into Leadership event at the Wyoming State Capitol in partnership with Equality State Policy Center, The White House Project, Wyoming Business Alliance, and Wyoming Womens Foundation. The program prepares women to run for office by emphasizing leadership, communication, and advocacy training while also providing participants with a first-hand glimpse into the Capitol and its daily business.
LGBTQ Victory Institute Candidate and Campaign Training Victory Institute	National	Nonpartisan	Founded in 1993, the LGBTQ Victory Institute runs candidate and campaign trainings that provide comprehensive, nonpartisan training to present and...	Founded in 1993, the LGBTQ Victory Institute runs candidate and campaign trainings that provide comprehensive, nonpartisan training to present and future openly LGBTQ candidates, campaign staff and community leaders. Attendees learn about skills and strategy by engaging in tough, realistic campaign situations. The Victory Institute offers intensive basic training as well as an advanced training for current elected officials planning to run for higher office. The Victory Institute's four-day basic training is conducted several times a year in various cities across the country.
Lillian's List	NC	Dem	Lillian's List of North Carolina is a statewide independent political committee dedicated to electing pro-choice Democratic women to the North...	Lillian's List of North Carolina is a statewide independent political committee dedicated to electing pro-choice Democratic women to the North Carolina General Assembly.
Lillian's List	NC	Dem	Lillian's List of North Carolina is a statewide independent political committee dedicated to electing pro-choice Democratic women to the North...	Lillian's List of North Carolina is a statewide independent political committee dedicated to electing pro-choice Democratic women to the North Carolina General Assembly.
Lone Star Parity Project	TX	Nonpartisan	A non-partisan online publication dedicated to sharing the stories of women involved in Texas politics with hopes of brining gender parity across...	A non-partisan online publication dedicated to sharing the stories of women involved in Texas politics with hopes of brining gender parity across all levels of public office.
Los Angeles African American Women PAC	CA	Dem	Founded in 1991, the Los Angeles African American Women Political Action Committee (LAAAWPAC) is dedicated to endorsing and supporting California...	Founded in 1991, the Los Angeles African American Women Political Action Committee (LAAAWPAC) is dedicated to endorsing and supporting California African American Women running for national, state, and local offices.
Louisiana Center for Women and Government	LA	Nonpartisan	The Louisiana Center for Women and Government and Business at Nicholls State University encourages and promotes the leadership of women by...	The Louisiana Center for Women and Government and Business at Nicholls State University encourages and promotes the leadership of women by providing resources and non-partisan support through educational workshops, training seminars and outreach programs. The center is committed to promoting women in government and public service, to acknowledging achievements of women and to teaching all citizens about the importance of public service and responsible citizenship.
Louisiana Federation of Republican Women	LA	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.
Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus	LA	Nonpartisan	The Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus is a formal, bipartisan caucus that comprises the women in the Louisiana Legislature who share a collective...	The Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus is a formal, bipartisan caucus that comprises the women in the Louisiana Legislature who share a collective mission to: (1) prepare the next generation of women leaders and (2) serve as the premiere voice and leading monitor of issues, legislation and policies that affect women. The Caucus also sponsors outreach efforts through a non-profit foundation and "Women of Excellence" awards. Members meet every other week during session and at an annual retreat outside of session.
Louisiana NOW National Organization for Women	LA	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.
LPAC	National	Dem	LPAC builds the political power of lesbians and queer women by electing candidates who champion LGBTQ rights, women’s equality and social justice...	LPAC builds the political power of lesbians and queer women by electing candidates who champion LGBTQ rights, women’s equality and social justice. LPAC achieves its mission by increasing the political power and engagement of LGBTQ women and their allies, and building a network of lesbians and queer women who take political action.
LUPE Fund Inc.	NJ	Nonpartisan	LUPE Fund Inc.'s mission is to educate, empower, and engage Latinas in order to promote leadership and civic engagement. LUPEPAC supports...	LUPE Fund Inc.'s mission is to educate, empower, and engage Latinas in order to promote leadership and civic engagement. LUPEPAC supports progressive Latina candidates for all levels of office in New Jersey.
LUPE PAC	NJ	Nonpartisan	Lupe PAC's mission is to increase Latinas participation in the political process in the State of New Jersey; increase the number of progressive...	Lupe PAC's mission is to increase Latinas participation in the political process in the State of New Jersey; increase the number of progressive Latinas in elected and appointed office; and promote and support progressive Latinas running for local, state, and federal office.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Madam for America PAC	ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IN, MI, OH, IL	Nonpartisan	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at...	Madam for America PAC a nonpartisan political action committee dedicated to helping to identify, recruit, train, elect, andappoint Black women at every level of government in the Midwest. We focus on women who believe in our agenda of criminal justice reform, quality housing, education and healthcare as well as economic equity, voting rights, women's rights. Madam for America is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
Maggie's List	FL	Rep	Maggies List is a Federal Political Action Committee created to increase the number of elected women committed to promoting the values of fiscal...	Maggies List is a Federal Political Action Committee created to increase the number of elected women committed to promoting the values of fiscal conservatism, less government, more personal responsibility and strong national security. It provides programs and financial support to women candidates who meet these criteria, enabling them to run competitive and successful campaigns at the federal level.
Maggie's List PAC	National	Rep	Maggie's List was created in 2010 as a federal PAC to increase the number of elected women committed to promoting the values of fiscal...	Maggie's List was created in 2010 as a federal PAC to increase the number of elected women committed to promoting the values of fiscal conservatism, less government, more personal responsibility and strong national security. The PAC provides programs and financial support to women candidates who meet these criteria.
Maine Federation of Republican Women	ME	Rep	Through affiliate chapters in nearly every state, the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW) promotes the principles, objectives and...	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.
Maine Women's Policy Center	ME	Nonpartisan	The Maine Women's Policy Center (MWPC) is committed to systemic change by organizing, training, and supporting women to effectively participate in...	The Maine Women's Policy Center (MWPC) is committed to systemic change by organizing, training, and supporting women to effectively participate in the policy-making process. MWPC has consistently backed up women's real life experiences with research and facts and partnered with the Maine Women's Lobby to amplify their concerns in the legislature and develop policy solutions that address their needs. While the Center's constituency is Maine women and girls, it especially seeks to serve those who are underrepresented in the formation of public policy particularly rural women and women with low incomes.
MANA, A National Latina Organization	National	Nonpartisan	MANA is a nonprofit, advocacy organization established in 1974. Its mission is to empower Latinas through leadership development, community...	MANA is a nonprofit, advocacy organization established in 1974. Its mission is to empower Latinas through leadership development, community service, and advocacy. MANA fulfills its mission through programs designed to develop the leadership skills of Latinas, promote community service by Latinas, and provide Latinas with advocacy opportunities.
MANA, A National Latina Organization	DC	Nonpartisan	MANA is a nonprofit, advocacy organization established in 1974. Its mission is to empower Latinas through leadership development, community service,...	MANA is a nonprofit, advocacy organization established in 1974. Its mission is to empower Latinas through leadership development, community service, and advocacy. MANA fulfills its mission through programs designed to develop the leadership skills of Latinas, promote community service by Latinas, and provide Latinas with advocacy opportunities.
Maria's Women United	NJ	Dem	A Maria Barnaby Greenwald Legacy; Uniting, Promoting, Mentoring and Empowering Democratic Women of South Jersey	A Maria Barnaby Greenwald Legacy; Uniting, Promoting, Mentoring and Empowering Democratic Women of South Jersey
Martha Hughes Cannon Caucus	UT	Nonpartisan	The Martha Hughes Cannon Caucus is made up of current and former Utah legislators; named for the Utahn who was the first US woman elected to a...	The Martha Hughes Cannon Caucus is made up of current and former Utah legislators; named for the Utahn who was the first US woman elected to a state senate.
Mary Ann's List	DE	Dem	Mary Ann's List works to elect pro-choice progressive women from across the state of Delaware at every level of government.	Mary Ann's List works to elect pro-choice progressive women from across the state of Delaware at every level of government.
Maryland Federation of Republican Women	MD	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.
Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators	MA	Nonpartisan	The Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators was formed in 1975 with a mission to enhance the economic status and equality of women and to...	The Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators was formed in 1975 with a mission to enhance the economic status and equality of women and to encourage and support women in all levels of government.
Massachusetts NOW	MA	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.
Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus National Women's Political Caucus	MA	Nonpartisan	The Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus (MWPC), a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus, is a multipartisan organization that...	The Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus (MWPC), a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus, is a multipartisan organization that promotes the participation and involvement of women of all ages in the political process. The organization was founded in 1971 for the purpose of increasing the number of women elected and appointed to public office and public policy positions. Fundraising and candidate support are provided through MWPC's political action committee.
Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus PAC	MA	Nonpartisan	The Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus PAC provides support to qualified, pro-choice women candidates running for legislative and statewide...	The Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus PAC provides support to qualified, pro-choice women candidates running for legislative and statewide offices via the MWPC endorsement process. Selected races for local office are also included in the endorsement process.
MassGAP Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus	MA	Nonpartisan	The Massachusetts Government Appointments Project (MassGAP) was founded in 2002 as a bi-partisan coalition of womens groups whose purpose is to...	The Massachusetts Government Appointments Project (MassGAP) was founded in 2002 as a bi-partisan coalition of womens groups whose purpose is to increase the number of women appointed by the new governor to senior-level cabinet positions, agency heads and selected authorities and commissions in the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Womens Political Caucus (MWPC) is the lead sponsor of this coalition.

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