Ready •  to • Run

One Day Intensive Training Sessions - Pell City. Read more here
 

Textbook and related materials and resources

Networking opportunities with  professionals and politicians

Scholarships available. If you want to donate a scholarship, use the scholarship form.

Support available through the websites www.aauw-alabama.org and link to  Ready to Run

Laying the Groundwork for Public Life

This session covers the different ways to get involved in politics and how to position for a possible run in the future.  Topics covered include learning to raise one’s public profile, leveraging community leadership for political leadership, the various types of elected office to consider, and working on campaigns.

Luncheon Plenary:  Conquering the Camera and Microphone – An Interactive Media Training

Topics for this interactive media training workshop include tips for successful interviews on tough topics, how to look poised and professional on camera, staying on message, and public speaking techniques.  Participants will have an opportunity to conduct mock interviews.

Navigating the Routes to Public Office

The session will answer the most common questions about how to get involved in political life.  Topics include: how to position oneself for appointment to a public board or commission (including how to submit your resume, who to contact to follow up, and tips for improving your changes) and getting active in the political parties (including an introduction to Alabama party politics, joining the local party, and building relationships with party operatives).

Plenary: Fundraising for Success

Fundraising is one of the most crucial aspects of a campaign.  This interactive workshop covers key components of campaign fundraising, with special emphasis on understanding why people give and the in-person “ask.”  The session will also address developing a strategy for your campaign, building a donor list, recruiting and motivating a finance committee, and special events.  Participants will engage in role-playing exercises to practice soliciting from potential donors.

There is so much to learn and gain, so REGISTER TODAY