The 19th* is a non-profit organization committed to the ongoing work of actualizing the vision of the 19th Amendment. The asterisk in its logo denotes the unfinished work. Its mission is to empower "women, women of color and the LGBTQ+ community — with the information, resources and community they need to be equal participants in our democracy."
Today, women make up more than half of the American electorate and are more engaged than ever in our politics — marching on state capitols, voting at higher rates than men, and running for local office and seeking the presidency in record numbers. Yet they remain underrepresented in government and in the nation’s executive ranks. Women and LGBTQ+ people are also underrepresented in politics and policy journalism and in newsroom leadership, which influences what stories are told, how the news is covered and whose voices are elevated.
The 19th is hosting a free online summit next week (Aug. 16-20) with a tremendous line-up of programs.
Mark your calendars for a week exploring why #RepresentationMatters in democracy, sports, business, culture and voting! Join us for keynotes and conversations with leaders, history-makers and rising stars. * * * RSVP now to save your seat; it’s free!