About Alaska Women Ascend
Alaska Women Ascend is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that provides comprehensive training for progressive women from diverse communities to serve as candidates, staff, and volunteers.
We train women who are pro-choice, pro-LGBTQ rights, pro-union, anti-racist and pro-racial justice.
We accept those who identify as a woman and/or are gender-expansive (e.g., two-spirit, non-binary, gender-fluid, etc.) regardless of sex assigned at birth.
AWA is making a difference!
AWA has trained over 400 women across the state of Alaska and for the first time in Alaskan history, women make up the majority (21) in the Alaska State House of Representatives. Since we started in 2017, of the 10 new women 60% ARE AWA GRADUATES!!
SUPPORT AWA
AWA is an entirely volunteer-driven organization, and since 2017, we have trained hundreds of Alaska women to run for office and support those who run. This work has all been possible because of the generous contributions of our supporters. Please consider making a donation today.
“AWA has been a transformative force in Alaska’s political landscape, empowering women to step into leadership roles and shaping a more inclusive future for our state. By equipping women with the tools and confidence they need, we’re seeing the incredible impact they can have in creating a government that truly represents all Alaskans.”
About the Training
Alaska Women Ascend offers an eight-month "Get Elected" training program designed for progressive women of all ages who are interested in learning more about running for public office, managing a campaign, or being a campaign treasurer.
Trainings run annually September through April. The application process is open throughout the year.
WHERE ARE WE NOW?
WOMEN MAKE UP 28%
OF CONGRESS
WOMEN MAKE UP 33.2%
OF STATE LEGISLATORS
ACROSS THE UNITED STATES
WOMEN MAKE UP 43%
OF ALASKA STATE LEGISLATORS