Training Modules are Huge Success!

As you know, Oregon Voice has contracted with Lisa Horowitz (StrategyWorks NW, LLC) to design and facilitate two six-week training modules for partner organizations.  Ten participants are taking part in Creating Effective Advocacy Campaigns, including representatives from APANO, CAUSA and OSA.  We also have seven participants taking part in Building an Effective Organizing Program, including representatives from BRO, Oregon Food Bank and Oregon Tradeswomen.  The participants have had exciting things to say about each of the modules (a few quotes are included below).  

For a more complete overview of what they have been up to, head over to the website.  Oregon Voice hopes to continue to offer these training opportunities in the fall and will be reaching out later this summer to assess demand and interest.

"The campaign planning module is definitely giving me a solid understanding of the elements that go into building an effective advocacy campaign.  I really appreciate hearing from and sharing ideas with my colleagues.  Lisa provides a lot of excellent examples and real world experience that we can build off of." 

John Joo, APANO Field Organizer.

"Even though BRO has an extensive field program, I am taking away all sorts of useful information and practical tips.  I'm applying lessons learned weekly...

There's no doubt - the training will contribute to a more effective volunteer program for the Marriage Equality Campaign."

Demi Espinoza, Basic Rights Oregon Field Organizer