Workshops

Civic Power 101: Local Government & Voter Education Workshop

Overview A foundational workshop that breaks down how local government works, what’s on a ballot, and how everyday people can use their vote and voice to influence decisions that affect their lives. Participants will leave feeling more confident, informed, and ready to participate in elections.
What You’ll Learn
  • How city, county, and state governments are structured
  • The roles of mayors, councils, school boards, and other local officials
  • How to read and understand a ballot
  • Key terms like propositions, initiatives, and referendums
  • How voter registration works and how to check your status
  • Important election deadlines and voting options (in-person, mail-in, early voting)
  • How to find trusted, non biased information on candidates and issues
Participants Will Leave With
  • A simple guide to local government roles and responsibilities
  • A step-by-step checklist for voter registration and casting a ballot
  • A list of trusted resources for researching candidates and issues
  • More confidence in talking about elections and encouraging others to vote

Launch Your Movement: Advocacy & Campaign Building Workshop

Overview A hands-on, action-focused workshop that teaches individuals and community groups how to build powerful advocacy campaigns from the ground up. Participants learn how to identify an issue, mobilize supporters, craft messaging, and use media tools to amplify their voice.
What You’ll Learn
  • How to identify and define a community issue
  • Building a small organizing team
  • Step-by-step campaign planning
  • Creating impactful petitions
  • Using digital media to grow support
  • Designing flyers, graphics, or social posts
  • How to contact stakeholders and decision-makers
  • Navigating local government structures
  • Mobilizing volunteers and supporters
Participants Will Leave With
  • A starter campaign plan
  • A finished petition (draft or ready to publish)
  • A set of social media posts or flyer templates
  • A clear next-steps strategy

Building Stronger Organizations: Nonprofit Skills Training Workshop

Overview A practical skills-building workshop for small nonprofits, new community groups, school clubs, or local activists looking to strengthen their organizational structure. This workshop focuses on collaboration, resource-sharing, and the essential knowledge needed to run a successful, sustainable community organization.
What You’ll Learn
  • How to form and structure a community organization
  • Basics of collaboration and partnership building
  • Creating resource-sharing networks
  • Grant writing fundamentals
  • Fundraising strategies for small groups
  • How to build volunteer teams
  • Creating program plans and community initiatives
  • Communication skills and outreach best practices
Participants Will Leave With
  • A partnership outreach template
  • A draft grant proposal outline
  • A basic fundraising plan
  • A resource-sharing network guide
  • A starter organizational planning toolkit

Course Breakdown

Workshop Focus Areas Instructor Duration
Civic Power 101 A foundational workshop that breaks down how local government works, what’s on a ballot, and how everyday people can use their vote and voice to influence decisions. Lee Zhang 2 hours
Launch Your Movement: Advocacy & Campaign Building Workshop Participants learn how to identify an issue, mobilize supporters, craft messaging, and use media tools to amplify their voice. Ronald Tilly 3 hours
Building Stronger Organizations: Nonprofit Skills Training Workshop A practical skills-building workshop for small nonprofits, new community groups, school clubs, or local activists looking to strengthen their organizational structure. Yasmine Duone 2 hours

Upcoming Workshop Schedule – December 2025

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