Training

Campaign Manager Training

This intensive two-day training introduces future campaign leaders to the theory and practice behind successful grassroots campaigning.

Attendees will learn from some of the best progressive campaign operatives in Massachusetts. Sessions will include field organizing, message development, working with the press, and other time-tested tactics for winning campaigns.

The workshop is great training for full-time paid work on campaigns and is also helpful for issue and neighborhood activists who are hoping to enhance their understanding of how to influence the outcome of campaigns.

The training is held several times a year.

Next Session: Saturday and Sunday, May 22nd and 23rd, 2010

Location: SEIU 1199

150 Mt. Vernon Street, Suite 300
Dorchester, MA, 02125

You can sign up online or register by downloading then mailing or faxing back the sign up form.

Getting Ready to Run: A Workshop for Potential Progressive Candidates

Ever thought about running for office? Curious what it would take?

This one-day workshop is designed for progressives who are thinking about the possibility of being candidates one day. Progressive elected officials and election experts will outline what it would take to run, win, and serve. Attendees will get a picture of what it is like to be a candidate and an elected official. Trainers will outline concrete steps that potential candidates can take right away to prepare to be a successful candidate.

Potential candidates for any level of government and at any stage in the process (from curious to ready to take the plunge) are welcome.

Next Session: TBD

Please sign up online or email Georgia@MassAlliance.org for more information.

Progressive Orientation

With each new session of the legislature, more progressive champions join the Massachusetts House and Senate. This workshop is designed to help those new legislators and their staffs learn the ropes and meet their allies inside the State House. Workshops and discussions are led by veteran progressive legislators and staff.

Legislators Project

Mass Alliance continues to invest in progressive champions once they become elected officials by organizing and hosting a series of leadership and professional development events for our allies in the legislature. Topics include developing effective messaging and media and public presentation training.