Welead OC
Electing Progressive Democratic Women
to City Councils and School Boards
November 2022 - Expect Us!
Our Mission
Welead OC recruits and develops leadership skills of Progressive Women Democrats to run for city councils and school boards, with a focus on Women of Color and women living in under-represented communities.
Our Mission is not only to develop a strong qualified coalition of women candidates & activists, but to create a safe and supportive community for women, working together to ensure the election of more Progressive Women Democrats.
Welead OC is for Progressive Women Democrats, by Progressive Women Democrats.

Join Us!
4-Day Development Series is Free of Charge
We've saved a seat for you!
Thurs July 14th (6:30-8:30PM)
Fri July 15th (6:30-8:30PM)
Sat July 16th (10AM-4:00PM)
Sun July 17th (10AM-4:30PM)
Welead OC is For Progressive Women Democrats, By Progressive Women Democrats. We are Women of Color, Immigrants, Moms, Activists, Campaign Professionals, Run People-Powered Campaigns, are LGBTQA+, Mentors, First-Time Candidates and Flip Red Districts.
The 2020 election cycle was Welead OC's most successful yet. 75% of our candidates became city council and school board members -- 58% are People of Color.
Welead OC Progressive Women Democratic candidates, activists & campaign professionals develop the confidence to hone their political skills and instincts.
Is THIS Your Time?
Applications Now Being Accepted.
If you live outside of Orange County, CA, Welead OC invites you to fill out the application below. Welead OC Progressive Women Democrats Candidate/Political Development Series is open to any Progressive Woman Democrat no matter where she lives!


Welead OC Alums
Candidates. Activists. Campaign Professionals
Meet Welead OC's Alum --- accomplished, empowered and emboldened leaders.