WPCNJ To Honor Anthony "Skip" Cimino, Good Guy Award Recipient
A business executive, long-time government leader and former elected public official, Skip Cimino brings over three decades of experience to his representation of clients before the New Jersey state legislature and executive branch.
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READY TO RUN - SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Education and Training Fund of the Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey is sponsoring a limited number of scholarships for women who wish to attend the world class Center for American Women & Politics 2024 Ready to Run conference being held March 15-16. The conference provides training for potential candidates and campaign staff, as well as valuable information for those who want to know more about getting more women elected to office.
CAWP has developed a Diversity Initiative of Ready to Run® to attract more women of color into the political process and encourage them to seek public leadership. The Diversity Initiative in New Jersey comprises three programs for Black women, Asian American women, and Latinas. Since the creation of the Diversity Initiative, half of the participants in the New Jersey Ready to Run® program have been women of color.
* Scholarship applications must be submitted through the Center for American Women & Politics.
(Please note "WPCNJ" in the "How did you hear?" part of the registration form)
Scholarships are limited and will be awarded to eligible applicants on a first come, first served basis.
Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey Proudly Endorses 48 Women Legislative Candidates for 2023 Election!
Trenton, NJ – The Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) is proud to announce its official endorsement of 48 women legislative candidates for the General Election this November. These pro-choice women represent a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and they are united in their dedication to public service.
WPCNJ has a long-standing commitment to promoting gender equality in politics and empowering women to run for public office. The Caucus is confident that the candidates they’re endorsing are well-qualified, dedicated, and prepared to make a difference in their respective roles.
"These endorsements reflect a strong showing of women candidates whose platforms are consistent with our mission, said WPCNJ President, Eileen Kean. "We are thrilled to support their campaigns as they seek to serve their communities and represent the different voices of our state.”
Along with an endorsement, The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey Political Action Committee has made significant contributions to candidate campaigns.
Here is a complete list of the endorsed candidates. WPCNJ encourages voters to learn more about these remarkable women and their campaigns and to join us in supporting their bids for public office.
WPCNJ is pleased to extend its warmest congratulations to Tahesha Way on her appointment as the next Lieutenant Governor
The Women's Political Caucus of New Jersey (WPCNJ) is pleased to extend its warmest congratulations to Tahesha Way on her appointment as the next Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey. Ms. Way's dedication to public service, outstanding accomplishments, and unwavering commitment to her community make her an exemplary choice.
WPCNJ commends Governor Murphy for recognizing Tahesha Way's exceptional qualifications and appointing her as New Jersey's Lieutenant Governor. Ms. Way's leadership will undoubtedly contribute to the continued progress of our state.
The Caucus looks forward to working alongside Lt. Governor Way to advance policies that support gender equality, diversity, and the well-being of all New Jersey residents.