Mamas with minor kids face unique barriers when running for and serving in public office.
Campaign Funds for Childcare
If parents can’t afford the childcare they need to campaign, it prevents parents from participating in the political system.
Campaign Funds for Security
Public servants shouldn’t have to choose between representing their communities and keeping themselves and their families safe.
Politics of Parenthood
Our research shows that moms are underrepresented at all levels of government—check out the data for your state.
Less than 10% of Ohio lawmakers are moms of minor children. They say it informs their lawmaking.
Ohio Capital Journal
Vote Mama Foundation at APSA in Boston
On September 6th, Vote Mama Foundation attended the American Political Science Association gathering in Boston for the first time!
Campaign Funds for Security: The Movement One Year Later
More than 60% of the country has now taken steps to ensure that moms and dads running for office don’t have to weigh their families’ safety when representing their communities.
