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emergeCalifornia: Women Leaders for a Democratic Future
EmergeCalifornia is a political leadership training program for Democratic women in the San Francisco-Bay area. Our mission is to identify, educate and inspire women who want to pursue, elective office at the local and state level in California.
Emerge makes a long term investment in these future leaders by honing their political skills, expanding their knowledge of local issues, and connecting them with mentors.
The Class of 2010 application is now online. Do you know a woman who make a great elected official and political leader - is she you? Go to our website at emergeCa.org for more info.
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR 2009-2010
The application for the Class of 2010 is due September 21, 2009. Please note that the application changes slightly each year.
Selection Criteria
Emerge California seeks bright, self-motivated women who are committed to effective political leadership, are committed to run for elective office and who have:
* evidence of political leadership experience or potential, and meaningful involvement in workplace or community
* interest in running for political office
* demonstrated ability to bring together disparate groups to achieve a goal
* ability and desire to build effective networks
* ability to articulate a personal political vision
* demonstrated ability to inspire others
* commitment to full participation and attendance requirements of the trainings
Applicants must be Democratic women who reside in either of these counties: San Francisco, Marin, Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, Napa, Sacramento or San Mateo.
Emerge California will select 20 to 25 women from the Bay area who meet the above criteria and who we believe have the potential to be political leaders.
Emerge California embraces diversity and encourages applications from all women regardless of age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, marital status, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.
Contact Gretchen Schoenstein at 415-874-7433 or email gretchen@emergeCA.org
Posted by Tradeswomen at September 5, 2009 11:30 AM