Spring 2025: Politically Savvy: Perspectives on Public Policy

• Understand your power and how to put it to work for the issues you care about
• Distinguish between different types of government and organizing
• Practice your advocacy skills
• Explore the networks in your local communities
• Learn basic tools for advocacy, organizing and leadership

Coursework

Complete each lesson in the Uncovering Cop Cities course, which will take place over cycle 1 and cycle 2. As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press complete before moving on to the next.

Mentorship

You are in one of the following pair types. You pair type is listed on your GWN Portal profile.

• Mentor/Mentee: Meet 1-2 x per month and as a pair attend two of the engagement events listed below during the course of the cycle.
• Peer-to-Peer: Meet 2 x per month and as a pair attend two of the engagement events listed below during the course of the cycle.

Engagement Types

• Live Workshops
  • March 15 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST
  • April 12 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST
  • May 17 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST

Submissions

Submit one article at the end of the cycle.

Complete coursework designed to empower individuals to become effective leaders and active community members. It covers Leadership: Owning Your Power, focusing on personal strength and leadership skills, and Engagement: Your Role in the Community, which highlights the importance of active participation. Political Literacy: Understanding the System helps learners navigate political systems, while The Power of Voting and Advocacy emphasizes the impact of civic engagement. Finally, Leadership + Engagement + Literacy = Impact demonstrates how combining these elements can create meaningful social change.

You must hit “Complete” at the end of ever lesson to track your progress.

Live Workshops

• March 15 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST
• April 12 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST
• May 17 2:30 – 4:00 PM EST

Submit one article at the end of the cycle.