Learn the process
The Academy introduces campaign fundamentals, policy, public speaking, parliamentary procedure, and practical exercises.
Explore the Academy →About us
Empowering women.
Leading change.
SheLeads equips women with tools, training, and support to step into leadership and amplify their voices.
Our purpose
Making room for women to lead.
SheLeads advocates for women, families, and youth while building pathways into leadership and elected office.
Black and Brown women bring perspectives and experience that communities need in leadership. Through training, candidate support, and advocacy, SheLeads works to close the gender gap and advance more inclusive communities.
Its work creates space for conversation, practical learning, mentorship, and collective action.
Our approach
Three ways we make room for leadership.
Show up for women
We highlight women in public service and invite others to learn about their work and support their leadership.
Meet women who lead →Advance an issue
Organizations can discuss policy research, government relationships, legislative advocacy, and community engagement.
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Policy and advocacy
Read the six policy areas SheLeads identifies as priorities. Explore policy priorities →
Lobbying services
See how the team helps organizations engage lawmakers and decision makers. Explore services →
SheLeads Academy
Discover training for women preparing to run for office. Explore the Academy →