AUG 2022

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This month our leader, Karundi Williams, is taking a much needed pause to replenish her spirit and energy. In this work, August is often the month of anticipation as we prepare for the busiest season of our work. At re:power we’re gearing up to support organizations through GOTV season with new webinars and resources; train new elected officials through the Progressive Governance Academy in November and December of this year; and to provide healing spaces for folks as we all make our way through yet another election season. Keep an eye out for all of these exciting events in the coming weeks! 

So, just like Karundi, we hope all of you are taking a minute to catch your breath this month. Because September is right around the corner and we’ve got work to do! 

In partnership & solidarity, 

Team re:power

Ms. Foundation:

The Battle for Abortion Access Heads to State Courts
Make sure to check out the accompanying Action Checklist! 

National Center for Responsive Philanthropy:

Beyond Voting — Building Power In BIPOC Communities

The Nation:
As the World Burns, Organizers Are Burning Out

This Fall, the Progressive Governance Academy is coming to a community near you! Workshops for local and state elected officials will be happening in Michigan, Georgia, Oregon, California, DC, and also virtually.

The PGA aims to to provide resources and knowledge to elected officials to ensure that they can work effectively in deep collaboration with their communities to make real change. And, to that end we’re in partnership with some amazing organizations, like Oregon Futures Lab, the League of Conservation Voters, New American Leaders, and others to curate these events and make them successful. Please reach out if you want to explore a PGA partnership or want to attend an event!

On Monday, August 22nd we held a Movement Briefing where we shared the results from our 2022 Organizer Survey. If you weren’t able to join us, head over to our new website to read our blog post on the results. You can also download the full Executive Summary here. 

On Wednesday, August 24th we held the third offering in our Post-Roe webinar series. This session focused on building state power in these times and we were joined by two incredible state organizers, Shanay Watson-Whittaker from Michigan Voices and Prentiss Haney from the Ohio Organizing Collaborative. Click the button to watch the recording and check out some resources in the re:commendations section below!

“As a Latina who lives in a very conservative area, being an organizer is tough. In my current position, I also exist in a very white space and I’ve been hit hard with imposter syndrome. Being involved with the Women of Color Leadership cohort has been so impactful and interesting. I’ve learned so much with my cohort. My biggest takeaway—this imposter syndrome needs to go!”

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WOMEN OF COLOR LEADERSHIP COHORT

We’re seeking a collaborative and motivated development professional to closely work and partner with the Director of Development to help oversee and manage the overall development functions of re:power with a general focus on growing our portfolio of individual givers and a specific focus on leadership gifts.

We’re seeking a creative and dynamic leader with the ability to vision and execute innovative and strategic programs. The position will be responsible for supervising staff and trainers towards program outcomes and professional growth, stewarding and growing partnerships with progressive organizations and campaigns, and developing and overseeing a portfolio of movement tech programs to train and support digital organizers and data practitioners. 

Shout out to our sponsors that help us keep our training costs accessible! 

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email sarah@repower.org to learn more! 

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