Candidates for the 2026 election are listed in order of receipt of their nomination forms. Our bylaws limit the AAUW California Board of Directors to eleven (11) members, including officers, which are President, President-Elect, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Secretary, and Directors.
In 2026, we vote to fill six (6) positions:
- One Board Secretary: two-year term 2026-2028
- Five Directors:
- Four (4) two-year term 2026-2028, and
- One (1) one-year term 2026-2027
The AAUW California voting period will begin on April 18, 2026 and will close on May 08, 2026.
We provide every member the opportunity to vote electronically.
When the election period begins, each member will receive an email message containing a personal invitation to vote. There will be a link to click that will take you to the ballot. No password or code is required. Members without a working email address will receive voting instructions by postal mail.
Candidates
Donna Holmes – Director
(Two-year term 2026 – 2028)
AAUW has so much to offer women and girls achieve better and more fulfilling lives and I want to spread the word. Often someone joins for one thing or their branch only focuses on a small area. I hope to shine a light on the whole organization, National, State & Branch.
Sandi Gabe – Director
(Two-year term 2026 – 2028)
Having served as AAUW California State President, I am eager to return to the organization and lead our communications efforts with renewed purpose and vision. My goal is to elevate AAUW’s visibility so we become the natural choice for those passionate about equity and opportunity. By strengthening our messaging, expanding reach, and improving access to information, we can attract mission-aligned members while inspiring current members to fully engage in the important work ahead.
Seena Trigas – Director
(One-year term 2026 – 2027)
I would like to work on expanding our membership, with a focus on younger women and diversity within our branches, along with retaining members. Another accomplishment would be in strengthening the programs that address the inequities that exist for women and minority groups, as well as educating and encouraging our members to be involved in the issues that threaten our policies.
Mary Isaac – Director
(Two-year term 2026 – 2028)
As the TT director, I am currently working with national to expand AAUW California’s Tech Trek initiatives to other states and branches, with regard to alum tracking and virtual camp. Before leaving the director role, I would hope to have helped at least 100% more branches meet their commitments for maintaining contact with their sponsored Tech Trek alums, which should also increase state/branch membership from parent(s) or alums themselves.
Becky Gomez – Director
(Two-year term 2026 – 2028)
I would like to see GovTrek revived, as it has huge potential to educate young women about the value of public service. This program could provide female scholars opportunities to explore academic and career success. By increasing AAUW’s reach in this program, young women will have a safe environment in which to learn. These skills will allow them to develop lifelong skills to become the next generation of dynamic, successful leaders.