California National Organization for Women

Brief but elucidating.

A (Brief) History of Women’s Rights, 1600 to Present From the Haudenosaunee women who successfully challenged warfare in the 17th century, to today’s feminist organizers defending democracy, reproductive freedom and civil rights, the struggle for women’s equality has never been a straight line. It is a story of persistence, resistance and collecti...

Happy Pride Month from CA NOW! ✊🌈

Pride is a celebration of courage, authenticity, and the ongoing fight for equality. This month, we honor the LGBTQ+ leaders, activists, and communities who have helped move us closer to a more just world.

At CA NOW, we know that the future is inclusive. It is a future where everyone—regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, or background—can live freely, safely, and with dignity.

We're proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community this month and every month. Together, we're building a future that leaves no one behind.

🌈 The future is inclusive.

Redding memories. What a beautiful stop!

Voters don't have to like men to get them elected. We are leaving this here.

Black Women Political Candidates Are Expected to Be 'Likable,' Qualified and Tireless. Men Aren’t. What I experienced during my 2014 run for office wasn’t entirely unfamiliar to me. The year before, I had run for president of the Young Democrats of America (YDA), a national political party office role, against a popular opponent. The opponent was a Black man, so race wasn’t a factor in the el...

Our 2026 endorsements are here!

We’re proud to support candidates who are ready to fight for equality, justice, and the issues that matter most to us. These endorsements reflect our commitment to creating the feminist future we want. Stay informed. Stay engaged. And most importantly — vote. 💪

CA NOW is deeply concerned that a new government website is directing women to a Heartbeat International data collection tool. People seeking reproductive health information deserve privacy, medically accurate resources, and freedom from coercion—not surveillance disguised as care. We will continue fighting for bodily autonomy, informed choice, and reproductive freedom for all.

HHS Celebrates Mother’s Day With Pro-Life Pregnancy Advice The federal government's new website links to deceptive crisis pregnancy centers.