2023 We Are EMILY National Gala

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
The Anthem
901 Wharf Street SW
Washington, DC 20024

Please join EMILYs List for our annual We Are EMILY National Gala! This year, we will hear from top strategists and Democratic pro-choice women leaders about the critical work ahead to reelect President Biden and Vice President Harris, hold the Senate and take back the House, and continue building power in the states where our rights are on the line.

Honoring Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi

Nancy Pelosi
Speaker Emerita of the U.S. House of Representatives

EMILYs List is thrilled to announce that we will honor and hear from Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi at this year’s We Are EMILY!

As the first woman to serve as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi has been a steadfast leader and an advocate and shining example for women and girls across the country and around the globe. She has dedicated her career to protecting our rights and paved the way for so many incredible women leaders to become engaged in politics, to run and to win across America.

Join us as we come together to celebrate this inspiring leader and hear from more Democratic pro-choice women who are also changing the world in elected office.
Special Guests
- Kamala Harris Vice President of the United States
- Laphonza Butler President of EMILYs List
- Katherine Clark Minority Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives
- Fentrice Driskell Member of the Florida House of Representatives
- Rebecca Haile EMILYs List Board Chair
- Ghazala Hashmi Member of the Virginia Senate
- Mark Kelly U.S. Senator from Arizona
- Ellen Malcolm EMILYs List Founder and Chair Emerita
- Nancy Pelosi Speaker Emerita of the U.S. House of Representatives
- Addison Rose D.C. Youth Mayor
- Jacky Rosen U.S. Senator from Nevada
- Andrea Salinas U.S. Representative from Oregon
- Emilia Sykes U.S. Representative from Ohio
* Additional special guests to be announced soon!

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Schedule

Tuesday, May 16th

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM ET		Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
9:05 AM - 9:50 AM ET		Mythbusters: The Red Wave That Wasn't and Where We Go From Here Christina Greer, Moderator Associate Professor of Political Science at Fordham University Jill Normington Partner, Normington Petts Melissa Williams Executive Director of Women Vote
9:50 AM - 10:35 AM ET		Winning With Democratic Pro-Choice Women Christina Greer, Moderator Associate Professor of Political Science at Fordham University Sarah Curmi Vice President of State & Local Campaigns at EMILYs List Jessica Mackler Senior Vice President of Campaigns at EMILYs List Emmy Ruiz Former Democratic Campaign Advisor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM ET		We Are EMILY Reception
6:45 PM - 9:00 PM ET		We Are EMILY Gala

Gabrielle Giffords Rising Star Award
Named in honor of the dedicated and courageous Gabrielle Giffords, the Rising Star Award celebrates an extraordinary woman serving in state or local office. The award honors women who demonstrate commitment to their communities, dedication to women and families, and determination and civility that have been the highlights of former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords’ career, both in and out of office.
- Fentrice Driskell FL-HD67
  WINNER
- Michelle Au GA-HD50
- Shea Backus NV-AD37
- Sabrina Cervantes CA-AD58
- Joanna McClinton PA-HD191
- Danica Roem VA-HD13
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Tickets

Ticket Level: President's Circle - $100,000

Invitation to Welcome Dinner on Tuesday, May 7th
6 tickets to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
6 tickets to Changemakers Reception
4 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
Premier full table (10 seats) at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala
Full table at a regional conference

Ticket Level: Champion - $50,000

Invitation to Welcome Dinner on Tuesday, May 7th
4 tickets to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
4 tickets to Changemakers Reception
6 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
Premier full table (10 seats) at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala
Full table at a regional conference

Ticket Level: Chair - $35,000

Invitation to Welcome Dinner on Tuesday, May 7th
2 tickets to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
2 tickets to Changemakers Reception
8 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
Premier full table (10 seats) at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala
Half table at a regional conference

Ticket Level: Patron - $10,000

2 tickets to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
2 tickets to Changemakers Reception
8 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
Full table (10 seats) at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala

Ticket Level: Host - $5,000

1 ticket to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
10 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
Full table (10 seats) at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala

Ticket Level: Sponsor - $2,500

1 ticket to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
2 tickets to Groundbreakers Reception
2 seats at We Are EMILY Gala
Name and/or logo acknowledged at Gala

Ticket Level: Majority Council Renewal - $1,500

1 ticket to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
1 ticket to Groundbreakers Reception
1 seat at We Are EMILY Gala
Name acknowledged at Gala

Ticket Level: Renewed Majority Council - $300

For Majority Council members who have renewed Majority Council memberships for 2024 only
1 ticket to a Briefing on the 2024 Electoral Landscape
1 ticket to Groundbreakers Reception
1 seat at We Are EMILY Gala
Name acknowledged at Gala

Ticket Level: Guest - $500

1 ticket to Groundbreakers Reception
1 seat at We Are EMILY Gala
Venue Information

Location

The Anthem is located at 901 Wharf Street SW Washington, DC 20024.

Hotel Directions to the Anthem

Please take the hotel elevator down to the G1 Level and exit through the main doors. After exiting, turn right towards the wharf and there will be EMILYs staff stationed along the route to the Anthem for your convenience.

Parking

Please park at the Wharf Parking Garage, located at 20 Blair Alley SW, Washington, DC 20024.

The most convenient location to park in the garage is in the yellow section labeled C1, C2, and C3. After parking, please take the elevators or stairs in that section to G (District SQ, Street Level).

Parking Costs:

0-½ Hour: $6
½ - 1 Hour: $11
1 - 2 Hours: $23
2 - 3 Hours: $28
3 - 4 Hours: $32

Rideshare

Please have your rideshare driver drop you off outside of Mi Vida located at 98 District Square SW, Washington D.C. 20024.

Metro

The Closest Metro station is the L’Enfant Metro Station, which is a 15 minute walk or there is a shuttle that will take you from the L’Enfant Metro station to the Wharf.

Accessibility

For accessibility accommodations, please contact [email protected] at least one week prior to the event.

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COVID-19 Guidelines

EMILYs List will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation based on recommendations from the CDC, local health officials, and medical experts in order to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all attendees. Anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within 5 days prior to our event should not attend. Anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should take a COVID-19 test before attending.
Contact

Questions? Please email [email protected].