The Democratic Party of Illinois is hosting training series for candidates and party leaders to learn the fundamentals of conducting successful campaigns.
The trainings will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm and will include presentations from experienced campaign staff and candidates followed by a 30-minute discussion period. The first one is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30.
Registration is required and limited to Democratic current or future candidates, party officials, supervolunteers, staff and activists. Participants must register for each session individually. Space is limited so sign up early. Register by clicking on the title of each individual session.
June 30 Vote By Mail: New law and fundamentals of a VBM program
July 7 Launching Your Campaign: First steps a candidate should take
July 14 State and Local Issues Briefing
July 21 Developing Your Message and Responding to the Press
July 28 Fundraising – Developing the plan and making the ask
August 4 Votebuilder – Basics of using the Democratic voter file
August 11 Digital Organizing and Social Media
August 25 Voter Contact during COVID 19
September 1 Get Out the Vote and Election Day
Please email the Democratic Party of Illinois at [email protected] or call (217) 546-7404 if you have any questions.