Running Start’s Path to Politics Series is a nine-month program designed to equip young women with the information and inspiration they need to run for political office. The group hosts experts who provide practical advice and insightful tips to help women run effective campaigns and, of course, win elections. Starting next week, Path to Politics is beginning its free seminar series, with each seminar focusing on a different aspect of running a race. This is an extraordinary opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a political campaign, as well as network with professionals politicos. Below is a preview of the schedule.

2010 Schedule


February

Building Your Base: Introductions to Coalitions, Party Committees & PAC’s

Host: Brown Rudnick LLP, 601 13th St NW, 6th Floor South, Washington DC

Date: February 24, 2010, 12:00 to 1:30 PM

To RSVP for February’s luncheon, email info@runningstartonline.org.

March

Labor of Love: Understanding Labor Unions

Hosted by AFSCME

April

Taking Care of Business: Understanding the Business Community

Hosted by the Financial Services Roundtable

September

Out of Left Field: Understanding the Progressive Community

October

Out of Right Field: Understanding the Conservative Community

November

Good Fundraising Begins at Home: How to Find and Get PAC Dollars

This is an amazing opportunity to get a head start on your political careers, so be sure to RSVP and check back for updates here!