FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nina Liang, 508.933.8330
January 15, 2020 nina@emergema.org
Women in Politics: Emerge Massachusetts Launches 2020 Class of Future Trailblazers
Premier training network kicks off training for two dozen women across the Commonwealth
BOSTON — Emerge Massachusetts, the Commonwealth’s premier political training organization for Democratic women, is proud to announce its 2020 class of rising leaders. Hailing from Bristol to the Berkshires, these 24 dynamic women come from incredibly diverse backgrounds and experiences — united by the desire to make a difference in their communities.
“Diversity in political leadership is critical to ensuring all voices in Massachusetts are represented,” said Nina Liang, Emerge Mass Executive Director. “We are thrilled to welcome and prepare one of the most diverse classes in Emerge history.”
Emerge programs prepare women to run for elected office, manage campaigns and excel in leadership roles at all levels of government. Last election cycle, Emerge women made history across the commonwealth: Cambridge elected its first Muslim American Mayor; Boston swore in its most diverse city council, with six out of eight of its women serving. Marlborough elected its youngest councilor in history, and Everett swore in its first black female councilor.
“In 2019, more than 60 Emerge women ran for office across the state and nearly 100 alumnae currently hold elected office—a true testament to the quality and strength of our programming,” said Liang. “These milestones, and many more, are what inspire us to continue this important work.”
Emerge Massachusetts programs remove barriers that women often face when considering a run for office — providing essential tools and training needed to execute effective campaigns. Emerge alumnae have run for all levels of government, from local school board positions to city councils, the state house, and in Congress.
The 2020 political trailblazers began their training this past weekend. The program is led by top-tier, experienced trainers and facilitators — and includes interactive instruction and practical activities to prepare the class for a bright political future.
Emerge Massachusetts Class of 2020
Amira Al-Subaey
Sara Arman
Natanya Bittman
Katie Burnett
Kate Cardoso
Linda Champion
Lauren Conoscenti
Nicole Eigbrett
Veronica Fenton
Helina Fontes
Whitney Mooney
Jasmine Ortiz
Sheriece Perry
Mayralee Quiles
Gabrielle Rene
Esther Rogers
Nency Salamoun
Kirstin Shapiro
Elizabeth Speakman
Natalie Tassy
Meg Wheeler
Jessica Wong
Martina Woulfe
Keiko Zoll
ABOUT EMERGE
Emerge Massachusetts is changing the face of politics by recruiting, training, and providing a powerful network for Democratic women who want to run for office—and win. Our mission is to increase the number of Democratic women leaders from diverse backgrounds in public office through recruitment, training, and providing a powerful network. Learn more about Emerge, our training programs and broader network of alumnae and supporters at www.emergema.org
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