Training Schedule


Emerge California
Class of 2026 Training Schedule

Class of 2026 Training Schedule 

Emerge California’s Signature Training Program is a 6-month, intensive preparation program for Democratic women planning to run for elected office. 

We welcome all women and intentionally recruit Democratic women from groups that have historically been excluded from politics, including the New American Majority – Black, Brown, and Indigenous women, women of color, LGBTQ+ women, young, and unmarried women. 

When our Emerge CA trainees run – they win 70% of the time. 

Please note that the Class of 2026 format will be hybrid, with both in-person and virtual trainings.

Attendance at all training sessions, including orientation, is required — no exceptions.

*Dates & Locations may be subject to change.

CLASS OF 2026 TRAINING SCHEDULE

Emerge California Class of 2026:

Orientation

Virtual Meeting – Choose One

Sunday, December 7th @ 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Monday, December 8th @ 5:30 – 8:30 PM


Training Session 1

Los Angeles Area

Friday, January 23rd  

Check In 

Class of 2026 Welcome Reception

Saturday and Sunday, January 24th – 25th

 Training In-Person


Training Session 2

Saturday, February 7th 

Virtual Training

Saturday, February 21st 

In-Person with Regional Cohort 

(Southern California or Northern California)


Training Session 3

Sacramento

Tuesday, March 10th

In-Person Training 

Evening Event (Optional)

Wednesday, March 11th  

In-Person Training in Sacramento


Training Session 4

Saturday, April 11th 

Virtual Training

Sunday, April 12th 

Virtual Training


Training Session 5

Saturday, May 2nd

Virtual Training

Saturday, May 16th 

In-Person Regional Training


Training Session 6 and Graduation

Wednesday, June 3rd in the Evening

Virtual Training

Oakland

Saturday, June 6th 

In-Person Training + Graduation