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2025 Solís Policy Institute Bills
Policy is where ideas meet power. It’s the bridge between the world we have and the one we want. As […]
Support a Better California with AB 2136 & AB 2759
UPDATE: AB 2136 & AB2759 was signed by the Governor! We are thrilled to share two crucial bills from our […]
AB 2759: Transforming Gun Policies, Safety for Survivors
We are thrilled to announce that AB 2759, the SPI-Trauma Services & Prevention Cohort’s bill, has successfully passed out of […]
Our 2024 Feminist California Bills
We are proud to announce this year’s slate of 4 feminist bills making their way through the Legislature, each designed […]
Announcing the New SPI State Class
Our Institute’s namesake, Dr. Beatriz María Solís, believed that once we have a sense of power, it can’t be taken […]
Our 2023 California Feminist Policy Wins!
We’re all winners when California laws are deeply rooted in our intersectional feminist values. This legislative cycle, we are […]
The Meaning of Mentorship with SPI alum Adrianna
We believe those closest to the problem are the best equipped with the solution. This grounding principle serves as the […]
Apply to SPI and become a Catalyst for Change
The main reason you should apply to SPI? To meet incredible changemakers like Claudia Gonzalez. Claudia is one of our […]
Policy & Pride: 5 Reasons to Apply to SPI!
As Pride month comes to an end, our Solís Policy Institute Reproductive Justice X Trauma Justice Team is just getting […]
Opinion: Predatory price gouging on basic needs like soap, tampons must end in California prisons
UPDATE: SB 474, BASICs Act, Passes Assembly Public Safety Committee to Reduce Markups in Prison Canteen. Read Press Release here. […]
Lessons from SPI Local
photo of SPI Local Class of 2022 To achieve collective liberation through local policy, we need the strength of organized […]
Support SPI Bills: Cross the Finish Line Together!
Our Solís Policy Institute fellows have worked tirelessly during the legislative season to advocate for two bills that have now […]
Take Action: Support Feminist California Bills
As the 20th Anniversary celebration of the Women’s Foundation California Solís Policy Institute (SPI) gets underway, we are proud to […]
We Choose Joy
“Joy is a choice… reclaiming joy is transgressive…it is a threat to systems of control…It allows us to move from […]
Attitude of Gratitude
photo caption: Bia Vieira and Mazuri Colley at this year’s WFC retreat Born and raised in Brazil, I’ve long found […]
Our 2022 Feminist Policy Wins
When intersectional feminist policy becomes law, we’re all winners. And we won big this legislative cycle. This year’s Solís Policy […]
Gov. Newsom Vetoes AB 2320 & Feminist Policy Making as a Continuous Conversation
Art by Micah Bazant for the fabulous crew at Forward Together We are in that brief moment of time in […]
It’s Time to Sign! Keep the Pressure on These 5 Feminist Bills
We’re so close to FIVE new pieces of intersectional feminist legislation becoming law. Our Solís Policy Institute fellows across California […]
Meet SPI Local Class of 2023
We are thrilled to introduce you to this year’s newest Solís Policy Institute Local class! Meet these four incredible teams […]
These SPI Bills Need Your Help NOW!
We’re not letting anyone stand in the way of advancing a policy agenda deeply rooted in our intersectional feminist values. Today […]
5 Reasons You Need to Know about SB 1017
We are living through the greatest housing crisis of our time. The potential of eviction and worries about next month’s […]
Why California is in a “ready stance”
photo via @ameliamaris California is in a ready stance.* This is not an accident or some stroke of luck. We […]
The Video: An Interview with SPI Alum Jess Torres
Earlier this year, Jess Torres (Solís Policy Institute class of 2019) was asked to share a spoken word piece at […]
Solís Policy Institute Alums :: Where Are They Now Summer Solstice 2022 Edition
photo of SPI alum Clarissa Doutherd from the documentary Clarissa’s Battle from CB Smith-Dahl Solstice comes from the Latin for “sun […]
You + Our Feminist Policy Agenda
Photo caption: SPI State Team Class of 2021-2022 Feminist Policy is the best kind of group project. This year’s Solís […]
Hollywood is Telling Kim Carter’s Story
Photo caption: Kim Carter will be featured in one of seven segments of a film that highlights inspiring women. Pictured […]
Changing the Face of Power
Godmother of intersectionality, activist, and professor Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw once said, “It’s not about convincing those who are currently in […]
Feminist Laws Signed in CA ✅
Photo of Governor Newsom signing the Momnibus Act with partners Forget #sweaterweather or return of the PSL, it’s bill signing […]
Bills, Bills, Bills
Representation matters whether it’s on the silver screen, in the halls of congress, or in our state legislature. And our […]
Black August + Aria Sa’id Takeover
Alicia Garza tweeted: “Black people I love you. I love us. Our lives matter.” Over eight years #BlackLivesMatter evolved into […]
Welcome our Solís Policy Institute Local Class of 2022!
From Santa Cruz to Riverside, our Solís Policy Institute (SPI) Local Class of 2022 reflects the diversity of California and […]
Happy Birthday Bea Solís
Co-authored by Surina Khan CEO, Women’s Foundation California Dr. Robert K. Ross, MD President & CEO The California Endowment […]
Solís Policy Institute (SPI) Pandemic Policymaking
Our Solís Policy Institute (formerly Women’s Policy Institute) fellows make policy, cultivate community, and they adapt. As they navigate the […]
¡Presente su solicitud!
No pierda la oportunidad de unirse a la próxima generación de creadores de cambio de políticas. El plazo de presentación […]
Taking Care of One Another 💞
Our Women’s Policy Institute is built by people who have been through the program themselves. WPI Alum Marisol, Libby, and […]
¿Aplicando al Instituto de Políticas Locales de las Mujeres?
¿Preparado para sacar a relucir su poder político local? Las solicitudes para el Instituto de Políticas Locales de las Mujeres […]
La solicitud de WPI-Local 2022 ha abierto
¿Estás listo/a para contribuir a fortalecer tu comunidad y cambiar la situación actual a nivel local? ¡Nuestro Instituto de Política […]
WPI Victory Lap 2020
As we pass from one season to another, I want to take a moment to celebrate the big victories, small […]
Moving Money, Making History
We are moving money. We are shifting priorities. We are creating a California where the laws and budgets reflect who […]
Welcome Women’s Policy Institute-State Class of 2021!
Women’s Foundation California is proud to introduce you to the 18th cohort of the Women’s Policy Institute- State Class of 2021! As we […]
Solís Policy Institute LA County Team Wins Funding to Expand Doula Services
Recently, the Solís Policy Institute Los Angeles County Health Justice Team advocated for and won increased funding for high-quality doula […]
Welcome Women’s Policy Institute State Class of 2019-2020!
The Women’s Foundation of California is proud to introduce you to the 17th cohort of Women’s Policy Institute-State fellows, the Class of 2020. More […]
Transforming the Halls of Power, WPI-State Class of 2018
It’s been a pretty exciting year for the 30 community leaders who make up our Women’s Policy Institute (WPI) – […]
Congratulations to WPI-State Class of 2018
July 31, 2018 Written by Surina Khan, CEO Women’s Foundation of California ***Below is the keynote address given by Surina […]
Watch now! Women’s Policy Institute Criminal Justice Team Introduced on Senate Floor
Earlier this month, May 14th, the California Senate passed Senate Bill 1393, authored by Senators Holly Mitchell and Ricardo […]
Changing Policy at the Local Level: WPI-Local 2017-2018
April 24, 2018 Written by Elizabeth Ayala, Senior Program Associate, Women’s Foundation of CA “The Women’s Policy Institute has changed […]
Introducing the 2018 class of Women’s Policy Institute-State
The Women’s Foundation of California is proud to introduce you to the 2017-2018 class of Women’s Policy Institute-State fellows. More effective […]
Big Updates on the 14th Class of Women’s Policy Institute-State
The graduation of the Women’s Policy Institute-State Class of 2017 is upon us. Each of the five teams have worked […]
Extended: Apply Now to Work on Medical Abortion Bill
Calling all reproductive justice policy advocates! This is a special application to recruit advocates for a Women’s Policy Institute-State team which […]
Apply now! #WomensPolicyInstitute-State
We’re accepting applications for the 2018 class of the Women’s Policy Institute-State now! Are you an advocate or activist in […]
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