Women in Politics (WIP) is a three-day summer institute for young women from the Sacramento region. Participants get a first-hand look at the workings of state politics, focusing on issues affecting women and their communities.
Our presence in Sacramento and our lasting relationships with the players in state politics allow us to offer a unique experience to young women. We have access to a rich pool of supporters who lend their expertise to our programs – more than forty women, including liberals, moderates, and conservatives, volunteer their time to share information and perspectives. WIP provides an opportunity for young women to meet the people who represent them at the state capitol, and to witness first-hand the importance of women’s participation in the political process.
The Legacy Vote
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Are you a Sacramento youth interested in the midterm elections and community organizing?
The Legacy Vote (TLV) is a Sacramento based program that educates youth between the ages of 13-19 years old about the importance and process of voting. We'll dive into topics such as voting accessibility through a historical and present context, learn more about media literacy through a local, state, and national lens, and explore additional ways to get civically engaged in the community.
In order to increase voter turn out and informed voting, we must engage youth in the voting process early and in meaningful ways, so they’re able to make the connections between democratic participation and their ability to thrive in their communities. Through The Legacy Vote, we’ll be able to help build community leaders who can help guide the next generation in the voting process to see that their voice matters.
This is a 6-month program that starts the week of July 18th - December 2022. Dates and times of meetings are still TBD, and programming is both virtual and in-person. This program offers powerful networking opportunities to interact with other students in the Sacramento region, meet influential speakers, and engage in impactful conversations and hands-on activities.
Participants will be able to choose which Community Action Opportunity they want to engage in for California's upcoming midterm election :
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Increase voter pre-registration and registration in the community
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Join the SacKidsFirst Coalition to organize a youth fund for the City of Sacramento
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Help facilitate/participate in a youth led town hall with community partners
Questions?
"I think it's somewhat important to vote - get things done, but it's just as important to get people to use their voice on what they want to change." - TLV focus group student
Participant applications are now OPEN!
Don't miss out on this educational experience!
Contact Raziel Ramil at rramil@californiacenter.org