Are you considering campaigning for elected office – or helping someone who is – and don’t know where to start? Or do you simply want to know more about the political process?
You Should Run is a nonpartisan program, providing training on the mechanics of running for office. Hosted by former City Council Woman, Karen Stratton, our training program involves subject matter experts. The overarching goals are to help the community understand the importance of being equally represented, breakdown assumptions about running for office, mitigate fear, provide participants with cutting edge campaign tools, and give you the opportunity to imagine yourself in office. Our trainers will be a premier team of community leaders, advisors, and staff.
Facilitator:
Karen Stratton
Program Details
- 6 weekly sessions on Tuesday evenings
- 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
- September - October 2024
- Dinner at each session is included
- Location: The Hive - A Spokane Public Library, 2904 E Sprague, Spokane, WA 99202
- Registration is $150*
Topics Covered
- Campaign overview & structure
- Developing a campaign plan & strategy
- Building and leading your team
- Endorsements & power brokers
- Messaging & media relations
- Fundraising
- Networking, field campaigns & public speaking
Benefits of Program
- Learn an overview of what running for office might entail.
- Participate in discussing your goals and ideas in a positive, respectful, and nonpartisan environment.
- Access local experts weekly and get your questions answered about running in our region.
- Explore where to use your talents best politically, helping others, and managing campaigns.
We have one rule for all our participants and speakers: politics and issues are not discussed.
This is your chance to find your voice and make an impact in the community. Let us help you make a meaningful difference.
Thank you to our grant provider for making You Should Run possible:
*We do not want costs to be a deterrent to anyone interested in registering for You Should Run. Please email leadership@leadershipspokane.org to discuss potential partial scholarships.
