Events

Our Democracy need you! Join FairVote WA and the Washington Voting Justice Coalition for a day dedicated to lobbying and taking action.Welcome to Democracy Lobby Day 2026! Join FairVote WA and Washington Voting Justice Coalition at The United Churches of Olympia on Ranked-Choice Voting Day (1.23) January 23, 2026 at 8:30 AM for a day […]

Join us for our first Research Fair to learn about helpful resources for legislative staff.Government staff who research and draft legislation are invited to this lunchtime research resources fair co-hosted by the UC Student and Policy Center and the California Research Bureau Nexus.Representatives from the California Policy Lab, California Health Benefits Review Program, the State […]

This month's topic - ICE raids on immigrants and knowing your rights when confronted by ICE.

Let's dive into the world of socialism and unpack what it really means in today's society!Left Coast Forum and LA Progressive presents a public event:Socialism: What Is It? How Can It Solve America’s Domestic and Foreign Problems?As self-described socialists Zohran Mamdani and Katie Wilson become the mayors of New York City and Seattle, people need […]

It's all civics & fun. Girls and boys study government, run for office, vote and convene a mock session of Congress to pass a bill.Camp Congress for Youth Charlotte 2026 is a leadership program that introduces girls and boy to the United States political system. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our […]

It's all fun & civics at Camp Congress for Girls Charlotte 2026. Girls study government, run for office & pass a bill.Camp Congress for Girls Charlotte 2026 is a leadership program that introduces girls to United States politics. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each girl will choose to […]

What does it mean to return home from war, and who helps carry the weight when you do?What does it mean to return home from war, and who helps carry the weight when you do?American Solitaire is a moving new narrative film from writer-director Aaron Davidman, executive produced by David Oyelowo, that follows a veteran […]

Join us on 1/27 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research.Updating California’s School Funding FormulaCalifornia’s school funding formula has boosted funding for high-need students and increased district autonomy. While student outcomes have improved, schools still face fiscal and academic challenges. PPIC researchers will discuss key findings from a new report exploring how tweaks […]

Join us on January 27, meet others interested in activism, and maybe even have dinner afterward at a nearby restaurant!Balancing activism with personal life and relationships can be difficult. At this crucial time in our history, activists are burning out when we need them the most. That's why this event with Kitty Stryker, who has […]

Learn how to run for local office from those who have run campaigns.Join us for a panel discussion on how to run for local office, featuring a former city commissioner and current local elected officials who have experienced candidacy first-hand. Panelists will first answer prepared questions, then will engage in audience Q and A.This event […]

Come meet the candidate, hear her vision for California, and ask your questions before you cast your vote for California’s next Governor.As former state controller and budget director, Betty Yee oversaw California's finances—drawing on skills she first developed as a child helping run her family's small business. Today, she says she's running for California governor […]

Hamid says that America, as a democracy, has the ability to correct past mistakes and change for the better—and that part is up to all of usIs the United States still the “indispensable nation,” former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright’s term to describe America’s leading role in the world? Or is the world better off […]

Join the MCCD Policy Team at the Minnesota State Capitol for our 4th annual Advocacy training.The Minnesota Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD) is excited to host our 4th annual Advocacy Training at the Capitol!We invite our members and community partners to learn about advocacy at the Minnesota State Capitol and to practice testifying in an […]

Join us for an update from Ryan Giles, Chief Counsel for Nominations & the Constitution at the U.S. Senate Committee.U.S. Senate Update from Chief Counsel for Nominations & The ConstitutionJoin us in person for an exclusive update straight from Ryan Giles, Chief Counsel for Nominations & the Constitution at the U.S. Senate Committee on the […]

IWP Prof. Glenn Corn shares insights from recent travels in Ukraine, offering an on-the-ground update on the ongoing war.We would like to inform you that this event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2025, has been rescheduled due to an unexpected scheduling conflict with our featured speaker, Professor Glenn Corn.The event will now take place […]

It's all civics & fun. Girls and boys study government, run for office, vote and convene a mock session of Congress to pass a bill.Camp Congress for Youth Cleveland 2026 is a leadership program that introduces girls and boy to the United States political system. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our […]

It's all fun & civics at Camp Congress for Girls Cincinnati 2026. Girls study government, run for office & pass a bill.Camp Congress for Girls Cincinnati 2026 is a leadership program that introduces girls to United States politics. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of our political system. Each girl will choose to […]

Mini Camp Congress for Girls Cincinnati 2026 is an introduction to the United States political system for girls ages 6 and 7.Mini Camp Congress for Girls Cincinnati 2026 is an introduction to the United States political system for girls ages 6 and 7. Camp begins with a lesson on the structure of the U.S. political […]