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Government: Prof. Deborah Brooks

Women: Candidates, Campaigns, Elections

Center for American Women and Politics  (Rutgers University)
"The Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP), a unit of the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is nationally recognized as the leading source of scholarly research and current data about American women’s political participation. Its mission is to promote greater knowledge and understanding about women's participation in politics and government and to enhance women's influence and leadership in public life."  - the Website.

 

Center for Women in Politics and Public Policy  (University of Massachusetts - Boston)
"The Center for Women in Politics and Public Policy is committed to advancing women's participation in public life. Recognizing the talent and potential of women from every community, and guided by the urban mission of an intellectually vibrant and diverse university in the heart of Boston, we seek to expand the involvement of women in politics and policies that affect them, their families, and their communities."  - the Website.

 

Institute for Women's Policy Research  (IWPR)
"The Institute for Women’s Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialog, and strengthen families, communities, and societies. "  - the Website.

 

It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas: - See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf
It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas - See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialog, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas

- See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialog, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas

- See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialog, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas

- See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialog, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

It is the leading think tank in the United States focusing primarily on domestic women’s issues. Founded in 1987, IWPR’s reports and other informational resources have informed policies and programs across the country and internationally, in each of its key program areas

- See more at: http://www.iwpr.org/about#sthash.ILsCiSF3.dpuf"

League of Women Voters  (LWV)
"The League of Women Voters is a citizens’ organization that has fought since 1920 to improve our government and engage all citizens in the decisions that impact their lives.  We operate at national, state and local levels through more than 800 state and local Leagues, in all 50 states as well in DC, the Virgin Islands and Hong Kong.  

Formed from the movement that secured the right to vote for women, the centerpiece of the League’s efforts remain to expand participation and give a voice to all Americans. We do this at all three levels of government, engaging in both broad educational efforts as well as advocacy. Our issues are grounded in our respected history of making democracy work for all citizens."  - the Website.

 

National Women's Political Caucus
"he National Women's Political Caucus is a multicultural, intergenerational, and multi-issue grassroots organization dedicated to increasing women’s participation in the political process and creating a true women’s political power base to achieve equality for all women. NWPC recruits, trains and supports pro-choice women candidates for elected and appointed offices at all levels of government regardless of party affiliation. In addition to financial donations, the Caucus offers campaign training for candidates and campaign managers, as well as technical assistance and advice. State and local chapters provide support to candidates running for all levels of office by helping raise money and providing crucial hands-on volunteer assistance."   - the Website.

 

Political Institute for Women  (PIW)
"Founded in 2010, the Political Institute for Women (“PIW”) is a global education organization that offers non-partisan courses for political candidates, professionals, advocates and organizations. Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen, Founder of PIW, has also created the Girls in Politics Initiative (“GIP”). GIP programs introduce girls ages 8 to 17 to politics, policy, the work of the United States Congress, parliamentary governments and the work of the United Nations. "  - the Website.

 

Political Parity
"Political Parity is a platform for a wide field of leaders, researchers, and funders who are dedicated to increasing the number of women serving in the highest levels of government.
We serve as the backbone of a growing movement to elect more women. A nonpartisan initiative, we will double the number of women at the highest levels of US government by 2022."  - the Website.

 

"She the People"  (Washington Post blog)

 

Woman and Politics Institute   (School of Public Affairs, American University)
"The mission of the Women & Politics Institute is to close the gender gap in political leadership. We provide young women with academic and practical training that encourages them to become involved in the political process and facilitate research that enhances our understanding of the challenges women face in the political arena." - the Website.

 

Women's Campaign School at Yale University  (WCS)
"The Women's Campaign School at Yale University is a non-partisan, issue neutral leadership program, whose mission is to increase the number and influence of women in elected and appointed office in the United States and around the globe. "  - the Website.