The Five Ps: Political

Meet and mingle with elected officials, such as Congresswoman Lois Capps, Mayor Marty Blum, The Honorable Hannah-Beth Jackson (former member of the California State Assembly), and The Honorable Susan Rose (past member of Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors) who will discuss the impact women can have on public policy, both domestically and abroad.

We are non-partisan and will share valuable information and tips for those looking to embark on the journey of one day moving into elected office.

Additionally, representatives from organizations that affect public policy will demonstrate that being an agent of social change doesn’t always entail holding public office. Register now to attend.

	The Honorable Susan Rose Susan Rose most recently served two terms as a member of the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. Susan has thirty years of experience in the public sector, education, community service, and business. She currently serves on the Board of CEWAER—California’s Elected Women’s Association.
	The Honorable Hannah-Beth Jackson Hannah-Beth Jackson served six years in the California State Assembly, representing the 35th District encompassing Ventura, Oxnard and much of Santa Barbara County.
	Mayor Marty Blum Marty Blum, who served two terms on the Santa Barbara City Council before being elected Mayor, has a long record of public service in the community. She is a former President of the Santa Barbara Teachers Association where she received an award from the California Teachers Association for dedication to the teaching profession.
	Congresswoman Lois Capps Lois Capps is committed to helping people improve their daily lives through better schools, quality health care, and a cleaner environment. Capps is a respected leader in Congress on issues of public health, passing legislation to address the national nursing shortage, detect and prevent domestic violence against women, curb underage drinking, improve mental health services, provide emergency defibrillators to local communities, bring CPR instruction to schools, and provide immediate Medicare coverage to patients suffering from Lou Gehrig’s disease.
	Assemblywoman Audra Strickland Audra Strickland was first elected to serve in the State Assembly representing the 37th Assembly District in 2004. Receiving overwhelming approval and support from her community, she was subsequently reelected in 2006. Before being elected into office, Audra Strickland taught junior high school students American history and Language Arts.