Overview
The ‘Introduction to Digital Organizing’ is a 4 week online mini-course covering the foundations for digital-first campaigning. The program is tailor-made for progressive practitioners working or volunteering in political parties, advocacy organizations, media and trade unions.
Participants will develop foundational competencies in digital campaigning including email and small donor fundraising applicable to their day-to-day work. They will also have the opportunity to build relationships with peers working on some of the most important campaigns across Europe.
What you will learn
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The basics of digital organizing and how it’s used in political campaigns in Europe.
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Practical skills and tools to plan and run strong digital campaigns.
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How small donations work and how to connect with supporters.
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How to apply your learnings through exercises, journals, and group activities.
Dates & structure
The course begins on Monday 15 September and runs for 4 consecutive weeks, finishing on the 10 October.
Each week includes:
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90 minute training & workshop on Wednesdays at 3:00PM, via zoom.
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Readings (self-paced)
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Online discussions (self-paced)
Meet the team
Holly Dawson - trainer
Holly is a campaigner, movement and capacity builder with over a decade of experience working in both progressive political parties and advocacy NGOs in Australia and around the world. Holly previously worked with Getup!, Greenpeace, the Center for International Forestry Research, and the Online Progressive Engagement Network.