MEMBERSHIP

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For over 50 years, California Women Lead has been dedicated to advancing the role of women at all levels of government and the private sector by enhancing and strengthening women's leadership contributions through nonpartisan training, education programs and network development opportunities.

Members gain the tools and confidence to prepare for board and commission opportunities, advance their professional careers, and expand their networks with leaders across California. Through authentic connections and skill-building trainings and experiences, CaWL empowers women to step into leadership roles and create lasting impact in their communities.

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Become a member today and unlock exclusive benefits:

  • Exclusive Access to Webinars that are designed to sharpen your leadership and professional knowledge and skills.

  • Discounted rates for CaWL’s events—including the CaWL Conference and signature Receptions—where inspiration, learning, and connection come to life as you engage with legislators, the capitol community, elected and appointed officials at all levels, and California Women Lead members and supporters.

  • Opportunities to broaden your network through dynamic CaWL Appointment trainings, webinars, and networking-building events, like Coffee Conversations, Wine Down Wednesday, and biennial receptions.

  • Personal connections with CaWL Board Members through one-on-one coffee meet ups and other inspiring gatherings that foster authentic relationships, encourage shared learning and spark meaningful professional growth.

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Individual Memberships

  • This membership is designed for those who want to make a lasting commitment to California Women Lead’s mission of advancing women at all levels without the need to renew dues annually. By becoming a Legacy Member, you join a distinguished circle of supporters whose one-time investment ensures lifelong membership to CaWL including reduced rates for all CaWL programs, and events, and forever access to its leadership network. Legacy members receive additional, exclusive benefits, such as special acknowledgement at the Winter and Summer Receptions and exclusive VIP seating at the Biennial Conference.

    $1,974 - Introductory Rate (Through Dec. 31, 2026)

    $2,500 - Ongoing Rate (Starting January 1, 2027)

  • This is a general membership which is open to women leaders from the public and private sectors. It is ideal for all women, particularly those interested in stepping into leadership and those currently in a leadership role, women appointed to state or local boards and commissions, and those interested in such appointments, and women elected to office at local, regional and state levels.

  • This membership is for those who are employed in government, whether at the local, county, regional or state levels.

  • This membership is for those who are in the first five years of their careers and are interested in expanding their networks and enhancing their leadership skills.

Small Group Membership

  • Includes 2 Memberships

    For nonprofit organizations aiming to provide CaWL memberships for women on their team. This package includes two individual memberships, which the nonprofit can distribute at its discretion.

  • Includes 4 Memberships

    For small businesses aiming to provide CaWL memberships for women on their team. This package includes four individual memberships, which the business can distribute at its discretion

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