Join AZDW
AZDW is a political action committee that began as a caucus of the Arizona Democratic Party. Its board meets online once a month and the group hosts its annual Women in Blue Day at the State Capitol or nearby at a luncheon, with state leaders as speakers. Dues are $25 per year and members have access to a monthly newsletter. To sign up, click here.
Letter from President Judy Stahl
A New Year, Renewed Spirit of Activism
Greetings and Happy New Year, members and friends of Arizona Democratic Women (AZDW):
I hope you had a lovely and relaxing holiday. I certainly did. Balance between our activism and self-care is the key. Please engage in both during this important election year.
January is the time to renew/join AZDW membership. We welcome all Democrats and unaffiliated/independent voters. Men and all genders are welcome! The Board has determined that anyone who signed up from October 1st on will have their membership renewed till the end of 2026, for a total of 15 months. Annual membership costs $25 per person, $15 for students (including those who are not yet voting age). For all other members, it is time to renew! You will receive our monthly newsletter and so much more.
Along with supporting AZDW's political activism, you are supporting great candidates and elected leaders across Arizona. Your paid membership allows us to:
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bring people together for Women in Blue in March at the state capitol to meet with Legislators (date coming soon).
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Also, our annual local event is held at a different location every year. Last year it was in Douglas. This year will be in Yuma on September 26th (mark your calendars!) and we will likely will be in Sedona in 2027.
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Our popular and growing Annual Women for the Future luncheon, always held in Phoenix, will be on December 19, 2026.
AZDW is run by volunteers. No individual is paid to participate. Our financial report is submitted quarterly to the Secretary of State and is publicly available on their website. We will be sending out reminder emails to those who have not renewed or did not join in October or later, so if you're not sure, we'll let you know.
NFDW Convention
AZDW is the state chapter of the National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW), an organization that holds three seats on the DNC and is doing great work. NFDW is the only national organization representing Democratic women in this country. I urge you to sign up to attend our National Convention in Las Vegas in June. Information on registration and hotels is found in this newsletter. It is a privilege to be a part of an amazing group of leaders and many thousands of Democratic women and supporters from throughout this country. We are truly the glue that will continue to hold this country together, and ensure that the USA thrives once again. More on NFDW in our February newsletter.
As I write this note on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, it is clear that our country has a long way to go to live up to our own ideals. There is a place and a need in this state and this country for Arizona Democratic Women. We live in one of the most pivotal states in the nation, where we can make a significant difference in the 2026 election. Join us and take effective action.
May all be free. May all be at peace.
Judy Stahl
AZDW President
Meet New Board Member Francesca Martin
Francesca is a Political Science graduate of Arizona State University. Raised in a proud union home, she developed a deep understanding of how elections and policies shape people’s lives. Her political involvement began with Students for Biden-Harris 2020, where she worked alongside fellow students to help elect Joe Biden.
Recognizing the need for stronger youth engagement in local elections, she co-founded Keep Arizona Blue Student Coalition and now serves as its deputy director. The organization is dedicated to expanding the youth electorate across Arizona and cultivating the next generation of campaign leaders.
She has worked on local campaigns across the state of Arizona from the school district, city, and county level to help candidates and campaigns win their elections. In 2024, Francesca was honored with the Arizona Democratic Party Hall of Fame award for her commitment to empowering communities within the Democratic Party. She remains passionate about driving meaningful change and advancing values that positively impact people's lives.
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Arizona List 22nd Annual Fundraising Event
This year, the Arizona List 22nd Annual Event will be on Saturday, February 28, 2026, to raise money to help the group recruit, train and elect strong women candidates across the state.
In this multi-city event, held in Tucson, Flagstaff, Yuma, Phoenix, and online, an exciting panel of national women leaders will talk about the 2026 election, facilitated by the CEO and president of Voto Latino, Maria Theresa Kumar. The women who are being honored include former Tucson City Council member Karin Uhlich, State Senator Lela Alston, Rising Star Naomi De La Rosa, and Rising Star Keep AZ Blue.
Contact Cerina at cerina@arizonalist.org or call the AZ List office (520-327-0520) to donate auction items. Email info@arizonalist.org for information on sponsorships. Go to the website for ticket and other information.
