Check out the programme of events and register via the link below:
27th Sep 6.30 – 9pm Pursuing your Passion – Tullamore Court Hotel
Why are you running for election? What is your passion? What drives you? This module gives invaluable advice on how to answer these questions and more. This practical workshop helps you to figure out what it is that makes you tick and how to convert that into a campaign worth voting for!
4th Oct 6:30 – 8:30pm Introduction to Campaigning – ONLINE
This training includes the A-Z to running a vibrant successful campaign. Campaign strategy, management and planning, selection conventions, running as an independent, anatomy of a campaign, research, numbers clinic and vote management are all key components of this comprehensive training. This will equip participants with a key skill to help run a successful campaign
18th Oct 6:30 – 8pm Making Politics Relevant – ONLINE
Women are running communities, but still are not at the decision-making tables. This session looks at the history of women’s involvement in politics, decision making and relationship with power. We will translate the importance of WHY More Women to the current struggles and challenges which women are facing in Ireland. We will cover converting activism into politics, and explore confidence and leadership with participants, so that they can identify how the work that they do makes them a leader. We will make the link between your community involvement, the relevance of politics and the impact it has on our lives, and discuss how all of society benefits from more women getting involved in politics.
26th Oct 6:30- 8pm Introduction to Media Skills – ONLINE
Media plays a pivotal role in elections. It serves as a powerful tool for candidates, political parties, and voters alike to communicate, engage, and make informed decisions. Effective media skills are essential for anyone involved in the electoral process, from politicians and campaign teams to journalists and election observers. This introduction to media skills for election training will provide an overview of key concepts and strategies to navigate the media landscape during election campaigns.
Throughout this training, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of media skills for elections and develop practical strategies to effectively communicate their messages, engage with the public, and navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the media landscape. Building these skills is crucial for fostering transparency, informed decision-making, and the overall health of democratic processes.
