Why don’t women run as often as men?
When women run, they are just as electable as men. Yet, there continues to be an “ambition gap” and fewer women actively consider running for office (despite comparable qualifications). Essentially, women need more encouragement to run for office, and are less likely to receive such encouragement. That creates an “ambition gap” when fewer women actively consider running for office (despite comparable qualifications). Essentially, women need more encouragement to run for office, and are less likely to receive such encouragement.
Do you know a woman who is a great leader? Send her a note encouraging her to lead on by filling out the form below!
What she will get
When you encourage a woman to run or apply, she’ll receive an email and digital postcard from us letting her know you think she makes a great leader. We’ll share information with her about our signature training programs and resources that help women build solid campaigns and learn to apply for appointed boards and commissions. Plus, she’ll stay up to date and become inspired by WIL Weekly, our round-up of curated news, events, and resources on women in leadership
What you will get
When you encourage a woman to run or apply, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing that you uplifted a well-deserving woman leading the way to a brighter future for all South Carolinians today – and that feels pretty amazing! Come to think of it, you might consider a path to leadership yourself.
- Explore your own path to leadership.
- Volunteer to help recruit and train women to run or apply.