LGBTQ+ Candidate Training

Our 2020 training schedule is still being developed.

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If you identify as LGBTQ+ and would like to be trained to run for office, please fill out this form to indicate your interest.

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Training would cover typical topics like:

• Understanding the election cycle

• How to file

• Choosing a treasurer

• How and when to hire a campaign manager

• Fundraising

• Websites, signs, and social media

• Canvassing / Knocking on doors

• Coalition building

• Understanding political parties

• Seeking endorsements

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Our training may include additional resources specific to LGBTQ+ candidates like:

• Connecting with LGBTQ+ electeds as mentors

• Negotiating identity in a public role

• Dealing with attacks on sexual orientation or gender identity

• Supporting each other as we run

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Anyone interested in running should check out the Rise and Run program through the Washington State Democrats.

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Other Resources

• Path to Power - Washington State Labor Council March 25th-27th in Tacoma

• Emerge Washington - Annual cohort applications due in November. Check their calendar for boot camps

• Institute for a Democratic Future - Annual cohort applications due in the Fall.

• Victory Fund - A political action committe that supports LGBTQ+ candidates

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