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She Should Run @SheShouldRun

She Should Run is a nonpartisan nonprofit working to drastically increase the number of women considering a run for public office. Have you thought about it?

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When someone asks us why we're qualified to lead.
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Fighting for what you believe in can sometimes feel overwhelming, but every movement starts with those who are brave enough to stand up and speak out. ✨💪✨
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Want to positively impact your community but you're not sure how? Here are six ways you can contribute, along with some distinct examples to help you get started. l8r.it/Ckym

6 Ways You Can Make a Positive Change in Your Community

You don’t have to be a Senator or Congresswoman to create change in this country. In fact, by thinking locally, you’re able to take immediate and significant actions, big or small, that benefit you...

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In 2024, 70% of the nearly 77,000 elections across the United States went uncontested 🤯 this year, there are 100,000 offices up for election–this could be your moment to take the leap! (Sources: @ballotpedia @BallotReady)
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“She’s insane for this” and it’s just a woman running for office
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When it comes to running for office, many women have the same questions–and the same reasons why they think they shouldn’t run. Let’s break some of them down 🧵
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Running without a party affiliation: running as an independent at the federal level can be challenging, but many local positions are nonpartisan, meaning you don’t need a party affiliation.
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The bottom line: you do have what it takes to run for office and your community needs your voice. Check out the free resources and tools in the She Should Run Resource Center to get started on your running for office journey!
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Which fictional character is your ideal candidate for public office? Find out with our quiz! l8r.it/jmac

Pop Quiz: Which Fictional Woman Should Run for Office?

Take this fun quiz to uncover the traits you think make a great leader.

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Last year, nearly half of the world’s population had a major election–yet 27 new parliaments now have fewer women than they did before the elections. In fact, in nearly ⅔ of countries where results have been confirmed, the number of women elected fell. l8r.it/EVmb

After mega-election year, growth of women in power grinds to near-halt

Out of 46 countries where elections were held, nearly two-thirds saw numbers of women elected fall - BBC finds.

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Today, the 119th Congress was sworn in–and we’re seeing the first decline in women members of Congress since 2011. Here’s what we can do to change that ⬇️
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Third, support women in your community who are running for office. Volunteer for their campaigns, attend their rallies, and talk to your neighbors about candidates you believe in. If we want to see more women in office, we need to support them when they run!
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Want to dip your toes into the world of elected leadership? Get started with the She Should Run Resource Center! We’ve got loads of guides, worksheets, quizzes, and courses to help you determine if running for office is right for you–and how to get started. 🏃‍♀️
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Today, the 119th Congress convenes for the first time. What’s the proportion of women serving in this congress? Get the breakdown ⬇️ cawp.rutgers.edu/news-media/…
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It’s never too early in the year to start thinking about your running for office journey! Take your first step by exploring the She Should Run Resource Center: l8r.it/26jD

The She Should Run Resource Center

A dedicated set of resources created to help you better navigate through your initial questions and concerns while considering running for office.

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