Our mission is to center and invest in womxn of color and their allies on democracy’s frontlines, shifting leadership systems from sacrifice to longevity. The RDP seeks to fill the void in investment in these communities while addressing institutional barriers stifling womxn's transformational power. When we are safe, resourced and empowered, transformation is possible. 

Our government was not built for people like us. That’s why we must be intentional about investing in the courageous womxn of color stepping up to lead. With access to resources, training, and continuous support, these leaders will propose more groundbreaking laws, pursue re-election, aspire to higher positions and change lives in their communities. By investing in these inspiring womxn, we will witness the transformative impact they will have on our democracy.

More womxn and womxn of color (WOC) are being recruited to run and they’re stepping up to the challenge of transforming our democratic landscape. However, little support exists for these sheroes once they enter public office. Throughout their campaigns and beyond, they encounter increased scrutiny and safety threats compared to their white female and male counterparts. It's inspiring to see more womxn of color (WOC) running for public office. We want to change the face of democracy, right? However, even upon winning, they face criticism from both allies and adversaries without comprehensive support from those who urged them to serve. Yet these WOC do not waiver in their commitment to protect their residents & our democracy, sacrificing themselves in service of US. We will never truly know the potential impact, policies, or transformations to our democracy these sheroes could make without investing in their success and well-being.