The documentary "Councilwoman" showcases Carmen Castillo, a Dominican-American hotel housekeeper who triumphs in her city council election in Providence, Rhode Island. Following the film's online screening on February 12, a panel discussion on civic engagement and women's leadership will occur. Donations support further training for women in leadership roles.
Colorado 50-50 is excited to announce speakers for the 2025 Ready to Run® campaign training coming up on May 10 in Denver. Many smart and dedicated women who have served our communities and our state will be sharing their insights, wisdom, and lessons learned. Gigi Dennis served in the Colorado State Senate from 1994 to … Continue reading Ready to Run® 2025 Speakers Announced
Watch "Running with My Girls" and join us for a Galentine's Day movie discussion and fundraiser! Colorado 50-50 will provide online access to the film from February 6-13. Then, we'll hold a Zoom discussion on Galentine's Day - Thursday, February 13, at 7 PM. Our featured speaker will be Denver City Councilwoman Shontel Lewis - … Continue reading Galentine’s Day 2025 Film Showing and Fundraiser
We have huge news! Colorado 50-50 has become the official Colorado affiliate of the nationally known Ready to Run® program. Through a partnership with the Center for American Women in Politics at Rutgers University, we will be able to offer the same campaign training that they have been successfully offering for more than 25 years. … Continue reading Announcing New Partnership with the Center for American Women in Politics
Colorado 50-50 is hosting an author talk on Tuesday, October 8, from 7-8:30 PM in Denver. Stephanie Donner and Amber McReynolds wrote When Women Vote, which highlights the challenges Americans, particularly women, face in the current voting process and the amazing things that happen with reform. They make the case for further voting reform by … Continue reading Author Talk: When Women Vote and Lead
Did you know Colorado has both a Presidential Primary and a caucus? You have probably already received your mail ballot. You can drop it off or vote in person between now and March 5. That takes care of one part of the election. Another very important part of the election will be happening at caucuses … Continue reading The Hidden Power Within Local Government