When I joined California Women Lead (then CEWAER) in 2001, I never imagined--even in my wildest dreams-- that we would get to where we are today. The impact this organization has had on women in California leadership has been remarkable. I am humbled to have had a role in shaping what the founders envisioned back in 1974 into what we are today - California's premier nonpartisan women's association committed to encouraging all women in civic participation.
TWO prominent VIP tables of EIGHT (16 complimentary registration) with table signage to the full conference * Opportunity for TWO Keynote panelists on the agenda (senior corporate leaders) * Verbal recognition of support from podium * Premier logo recognition on video screens at conference * Logos on conference signage on CA Women Lead website, in newsletter and digital media outlets * Full-page ad in the digital conference program * Preliminary attendee list sent ahead of the conference * Opportunity to place promotional gift at each seat * Opportunity to submit breakout session topic ideas * Invitation for SIX to VIP reception (Monday April 22nd @ 6:30 PM)
And to Governor Gavin Newsom's latest statewide appointees! Click here
Girl Scouts Day at the Capitol
Sponsored by California Women Lead
June 23, 2019 - June 24, 2019
Girl Scouts is the premier leadership organization for girls focused on building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
A Day at the Capitol event is designed to bring together girls in grades six, seven and eight from around the state to learn and experience strategies for bringing people together to find common ground.
Girls will be inspired and learn from a variety of female leaders and public servants and will gain a deeper understanding of why their voice matters. They will also learn how a bill becomes a law, tools for civil debate and the importance of sisterhood in leadership.
Girls will gather in Sacramento for an evening kick-off and orientation and will be treated to a guest speaker and special interactive activity. Throughout the two days girls will be engaged in additional speakers and programs and will provide an opportunity for them to meet their local representatives, tour the Capitol and visit the California Museum.
By the end of their time in Sacramento, they will have earned the Cadette Girl Scout badge, Finding Common Ground.
In Case You Missed It...
In February Rachel Michelin spoke with California Forward about the need to keep the momentum up with women running for office, the importance of having balanced points of view in government and the challenges we still need to overcome at home. She was interviewed alongside Controller Betty Yee, who previously served on CA Women Lead's Board of Directors.
"One of the reasons why we saw more women getting elected, in my opinion in this cycle, is you had more women running. And it becomes a numbers game. The more women you have on the ballot, the more opportunity you have to elect a woman. Although women gained in the legislature, they still hold less than 30 percent of California's legislative seats. And the gains were mostly made by one party...."
Read more and watch the video.
In January our outgoing CEO Rachel Michelin was quoted in the OC Register
on the importance serving in local government has for women to take future steps to elected office. "It's key for women to hold positions at the local level. That's the way you build a network and learn the art of politics to achieve higher office." Read more
And Sacramento Business Journal covered our signature Annual Legislative Reception & MOVER Awards, which celebrated the Legislature heading back to session and honored some of California's most influential women elected officials, State Constitutional Officers and women business leaders. The event was held at the Citizen Hotel in downtown Sacramento. Click here
to view photos of the event.
California Women Lead Partner Spotlight: Kaiser
Because health isn't an industry. It's a cause.
Kaiser Permanente was founded on the radically simple idea that everyone deserves the chance to live a healthy life. That's why you can find high-quality care and coverage in one place.
As a member, you're at the center of everything we do - from pioneering new ways to treat cancer to building useful tools that make it easier to stay on top of your health.
We're all in this together. And together, we thrive.
Women's History Month
Every year March is designated Women's History Month by Presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women's contributions in American history.
Did You Know? Women's History Month started as Women's History Week
Women's History Month began as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California. The Education Task Force of the Sonoma County (California) Commission on the Status of Women planned and executed a "Women's History Week" celebration in 1978. The organizers selected the week of March 8 to correspond with International Women's Day. The movement spread across the country as other communities initiated their own Women's History Week celebrations the following year.
Whether you are a recent graduate looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional interested in taking the next step, our Career Center is THE place that will help you further your career or get things started. As a job seeker, you have access to posted jobs AND top jobs delivered directly to your inbox.
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We had over 650 job views last month on our job board!
CJAC is seeking a dynamic new President/Chief Executive Officer to continue this well-established organization's mission of providing a voice for balance and fairness in the California civil justice system.
Click here to learn more and apply.
YOUNG WOMEN LEAD
California Women Lead is excited to announce we are starting a Young Women Lead lead by Lily Mackay with Senator Scott Wilk's office. Young Women Lead will be open for young professionals and will include educational brown bag lunches, networking mixers, access to CA Women Lead membership portal online, discounted CA Women Lead event tickets, tours of CA Women Lead partner companies and more.
Stay tuned for additional details and a formal announcement.
Thank you to our statewide partners who support our mission on an annual basis. Their support enables us to be successful in inspiring women leaders in their community and state.
Whether you are a recent graduate looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional interested in taking the next step, our Career Center is THE place that will help you further your career or get things started. As a job seeker, you have access to posted jobs AND top jobs delivered directly to your inbox.
