So You Think You Want To Run?

45 minutes

So You Think You Want To Run?

Description

Running for office is a big decision. Don’t enter into it lightly. In this course, you’ll consider all your options, navigate the conversations that will help you decide, and — if you decide to run — start making a plan to win.

Course Objectives

  • Understand how to use NDTC’s online candidate trainings to build your skills as a candidate and run a winning campaign

  • Decide whether you want to run for office, what you want to run for, and when

Related Resources

Pledge & Contribution Tracker Reference Guide

Pledge & Contribution Tracker Reference Guide

Handout

Campaign Budget Template Reference Guide

Campaign Budget Template Reference Guide

Handout

Volunteer 1:1 Opportunities Worksheet

Volunteer 1:1 Opportunities Worksheet

Worksheet

Getting Started

Gain a better understanding of the political world and how you fit into it.

Explore a Run for Elected Office
Learning Plan

Explore a Run for Elected Office

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