WOMEN DEMOCRATS OF SACRAMENTO COUNTY
Women Democrats In Action!
Celebrating 73 years of Service!
General meetings are once a month on the 3rd Monday of the month! The Women Democrats of Sacramento County facilitate a number of events such as public conferences and opportunities for community involvement. As an organization, we are always dedicated to giving back, empowering minorities, and encouraging essential discussions about the ways we can work toward a brighter future.
Past Events
Endorsed Candidates 2026
Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson, February 17, 2026
Rev. Jesse Jackson devoted his life to bending the moral arc of this nation toward justice—marching when it was dangerous, speaking when silence was expected, and standing despite risks and great personal sacrifice.
Dr. Martin L. King Day March, January 2026
Women Dems of Sacramento celebrating Dr. Martin L. King day and marching with the SacDems
Dr. Martin L. King Day March, January 2026
Women Dems of Sacramento celebrating Dr. Martin L. King day and marching with the SacDems
Dr. Martin L. King Day March, January 2026
Women Dems of Sacramento celebrating Dr. Martin L. King day and marching with the SacDems
Dr. Martin L. King Day March, January 2026
Women Dems of Sacramento celebrating Dr. Martin L. King day and marching with the SacDems
Executive Board, 2026-2028
Congratulations to the Executive Board of the Women Democrats of Sacramento County! Debbie Richardson (President), Dawn Basciano (Vice President), Alaya Agee (Secretary), Julie Chapman (Treasurer), Sue Litsey (Membership), Brenda Borge (Political Affairs), Ariane Lyons (Fundraising), & Members at large: Linda Reed, Delores Roberts, Eric Wiesenthal, Sandra Hazel (Immediate Past President). Let’s get to work!
Join Sacramento Women Dems!
December 2025
There's no better time to celebrate the power of women coming together to uplift, lead, and create change in our community. Please consider giving from the heart--because when women support women, incredible things happen. 💕
Women Democrats showing up as Delegates at the CADEMS convention (SF)
Women Dems Vice President Dawn Basciano (back right) & Past President Sandra Hazel (back front) attend CADEMS convention (SF).
Women Democrats showing up as Delegates at the CADEMS convention (SF)
Women Dems Vice President Dawn Basciano (left) attends CADEMS convention (SF).
Women Democrats showing up as Delegates at the CADEMS convention (SF)
Women Dems Vice President Dawn Basciano (right) attends CADEMS convention (SF).
Annual Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social, July 2025 at Center for the Arts
Aaron Tang
Aaron Tang, August 2023 Speaker Series. in the picture with him (L-R) Pennie Taylor, Cynthia Shallit, Annette Emery
Adam Schiff
Adam Schiff Townhall, August 4, 2023, at the Oak Park Community Center
Adam Schiff
Adam Schiff Townhall, August 4, 2023, at the Oak Park Community Center
Adam Schiff
Adam Schiff Townhall, August 4, 2023, at the Oak Park Community Center
Katie Porter
Katie Porter with Women Dems members. June 10, 2023 at St. Andrews AME Church
Katie Porter
Katie Porter with Women Dems members. June 10, 2023 at St. Andrews AME Church
Annual Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social, June 1, 2023 - first row: Ally Boulas, Anna Ioakimedes, Sandra Hazel, Annette Emery and Dena Stone; 2nd row: Debbie Richardson, Tracie Stafford, Eric Wiesenthal, Pam Dominesse and Linda Reed
Annual Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social, June 1, 2023 at Park Terrace Tennis and Swim Club
Annual Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social, June 1, 2023 at Park Terrace Tennis and Swim Club
Sacramento Earth Day 2023
Sacramento Earth Day, Southside Park, April 23, 2023
Sacramento Earth Day 2023
Sacramento Earth Day, Krystal Prasad, Pendar Salemi
Sacramento Earth Day 2023
Sacramento Earth Day, Eric Wiesenthal, Julie Chapman
ERA Advocacy Rally
ERA Advocacy Rally, West Steps of the State Capitol, July 2, 2023; In photo (L-R) Rosanna Herber, Sandra Hazel, Anna Ioakimedes, Annette Emery
Sacramento Pride 2023
Sacramento Pride, Downtown Sacramento on Capitol Mall, June 10th, In photo: Jenny Manseau, Krystal Prasad
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History
Celebrating 70 years of Women Democrats of Sacramento County at the 70th Anniversary celebration that took place on October 11, 2023, at the Sterling Hotel.
WDSC 15th Anniversary
Sacramento Bee Article, May, 27, 1968
1978 Christmas Party
Silver Anniversary Plaque
WDSC Celebrity Auction
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1968 Christmas Party
1968 Newspaper Article