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