Women Walking Empowered

WeLead successfully positions young professional women to serve in a political leadership position by gaining the confidence and skills to run for office or run a campaign through a combination of research, tactical skills, and best practices in Communications, Fundraising, Campaign Management and more. WeLead also provides an expansive and supportive network of expert practitioners and alumni.

Only with your help can the Women & Politics Institute continue to provide practical training to encourage more women to become involved in the political process, conduct more research, convene more special events, and ensure that more women have a seat at all of the tables, where the most important decisions are made.

Thank you so much for your support. Together, we will change the face of politics!

Victoria Harvey
Jessica Carey
Steph Staley
Jasmine Caruthers

About the Team

Victoria Harvey
Even as a child, I knew exactly what my purpose in life was... to lead change! I took a deep dive into grassroot activism in 2018 as a Regional Director that managed hundreds of canvassers across the country to fundraise millions of dollars for non profits such as Amnesty International, Children International, US Humane Society, and others. These funds helped reunite thousands of immigrant and refugee families at the southern border during the Trump Administration, allowed lobbyists to fight for human rights, provided sponsorships for less fortunate children in 3rd world countries, protected animal rights, and more. Eventually I took my talents to managing large fundraising portfolios for non profits like Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, NARAL, and Community Justice to fight for reproductive rights and gun violence prevention on a national level. Now that I have brought my talents to the philanthropic space, I am elated to be able to provide grant-making resources committed to change. From day to day, I enjoy giving back to my community through service, love, and organizing. I truly believe that being able to re-imagine philanthropy is the way for our communities to be able to thrive rather than survive for generations to come.

Jessica Carey
Jessica started as a racial equality and equity advocate on her undergraduate college campus as an Act Six Scholar, a leadership development and college scholarship program that brings together diverse cadres of emerging leaders who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their home communities.

Following her undergraduate studies, she was involved in grassroots community organizing on the West side of Chicago and then worked to receive a Master of Public Policy at American University in DC. She worked as a consultant with Microsoft for 4.5 years, has an array of research experience, and is breaking into the public policy space in DC, focusing on immigration reform, criminal justice reform, and environmental justice. She's continuing her advocacy through her involvement with the National Latina Institute, being trained in reproductive justice advocacy.

Jasmine Caruthers
Jasmine serves as Counsel and Legislative Assistant to Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11), focusing on education, judiciary, foreign affairs, and American hostage policy. She provides strategic policy analysis, drafts legislation, and represents the Congresswoman in stakeholder engagements.

Previously, Jasmine was a law clerk at BGR Group, a Washington, D.C. lobbying firm, where she researched and drafted policy reports on broadband, infrastructure, and ESG issues. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law and an International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) from the Darla Moore School of Business. Her experience spans both the legal and government sectors, with a focus on the intersection of public policy, law, and business.

Jasmine is passionate about using her skills to serve her community and fight for the rights of others, particularly in advocating for policies that promote justice and equity.

Stephanie Staley
Stephanie is an appointed official and caregiver committed to serving her rural New York community. As an advocate for her constituents, Stephanie co-spearheaded a Broadband Digital Economy coalition which allowed her community to take action on a goal set 20 years prior, connecting 600 of her community to internet infrastructure and counting. Stephanie is deeply committed to addressing the critical issues affecting her district, including rural poverty and its contribution to adverse childhood experiences. Beyond political advocacy, Stephanie is a high-fashion runway model signed in New York, and is set to make her debut with Vogue runway in 2025.