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As part of our "Women on Wednesdays" series, please join �鶹�ƽ��'s Women & Politics Institute for a virtual conversation with Professors David E. Campbell and Christina Wolbrecht of Notre Dame, co-authors of the forthcoming book, . WPI Executive Director Betsy Fischer Martin will facilitate the discussion. Details and registration

In See Jane Run, Campbell and Wolbrecht explore the powerful influence of women in politics, revealing how their presence shapes young people’s perceptions of leadership—regardless of gender. For young women, seeing women in office strengthens faith in democracy, fosters political engagement, and even inspires them to run for office themselves. Pre-order the book

WeLead Campaign Training Program

2025 marks the 20th anniversary of WeLead's non-partisan campaign training program, and your support allows us to continue to offer the training at no cost to admitted applicants. Thank you for believing in our mission to close the gender gap in political leadership!

Gender on the Ballot

��is a nonpartisan project of �鶹�ƽ��’s Women & Politics Institute that examines and contextualizes gender dynamics in American politics. Originally co-founded by WPI and the Barbara Lee Family Foundation in 2019, Gender on the Ballot contributes to the dialogue on gender and politics through accessible content from experts and practitioners.

: Angel Riley, Senior manager of political affairs at Phillips, reflects on the challenges faced by women of color, especially in the context of recent political and social changes. and equity.

: In honor of National Social Work Month, Katie Justice and Regina Prince, of The Ohio State University College of Social Work, bring a group of students to D.C. to explore macro social work, which includes advocacy and policy work. The goal of the trip is to “not only to inspire social work students, but to uphold the social work values, which are Service, Social Justice, Dignity and Worth of the Person, Importance of Human Relations, Integrity, and Competence.”

Fall 2025 WPPL Courses

These core courses are being offered in Fall 2025 for the Women, Policy and Political Leadership (WPPL)����and����Certificate Programs. View all WPPL courses��here��and learn more about the certificate program��here.

WPI 'Women on Wednesdays' Recaps

Check out all event recaps��here, or visit our Crowdcast channel��to watch full replays��of previous events.

Oct 16:��Following a screening of��Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter, co-producers/co-directors��Christy Carpenter��WCL/’95 and��Abby Ginzberg��discussed the impact and legacy of this influential feminist leader with��Washington Post��Political Columnist��Karen Tumulty��and��Zakiya Thomas, President & CEO of the ERA Coalition and Fund for Women's Equality.��.

Oct 23:��Nancy LeaMond, EVP��and Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer at AARP,��Margie Omero, Principal at the polling firm GBAO, and��Kristen Soltis Anderson,����Founding Partner at Echelon Insights,��discussed findings from their latest She’s the Difference����on issues of importance to women voters 50+ leading up to the 2024 elections. .

Oct 9:��Amanda Hunter,��Lindsay Vermeyen, and��Betsy Fischer Martin��presented findings from our new Gender on the Ballot poll “,” conducted by��, that explored the issues shaping women voters and their political opinions. POLITICO’s National Political Reporter��Elena Schneider��shared reporting on the campaign.��.