People, Power, Politics: Organizing in politics
Nearly half of the world votes this year, and the question is: How do we make it matter?
Organizing can transform the way we do politics – into politics grounded in shared values and hope, that center leadership development of our people and builds long-term power for change.
Join us on Friday, July 12th to explore the transformative power of organizing in politics. In this event we will delve into challenges and opportunities around political campaigning, hear stories and examples around organizing in elections, and explore how you can apply it in your own work and communities.
We will be joined by a global panel of speakers who are adapting and applying organizing in their political work, including:
- Olivia Chow, 66th Mayor of Toronto, Canada
- Anaru Ryall, Community Organiser at NZEI Te Riu Roa, New Zealand
- Raul Ramirez, Sembradora, Mexico
LCN member Lacey Connelly will moderate this dynamic session. This event will kick off an exciting new learning series at LCN aiming to build the power and capacity of progressive political organizers globally, led by Lacey Connelly, Stephen Donnelly, and Mike Perry.
This event is open to everyone!
Register below.
Speakers & presenters
Olivia Chow is the 66th Mayor of Toronto, the first person of Asian descent and the first woman… (click to read more).
Anaru Ryall is an experienced Community Organiser based in Aotearoa/New Zealand… (click to read more).
Raul’s path began in creative expression, but a growing social conscience led him to a new chapter .. (click to read more).
Lacey has worked on campaigns since starting as an intern during the 2004 IL Senate primary.. (click to read more).
Key Learning Points
In this session, you will learn:
- Why organizing is important in politics and electoral campaigns
- Examples of how people have used organizing in their political and electoral work
- Stories of success and challenges around organizing in politics
- How you can start bringing in organizing in to your own work
