In The Loop
Summer is in full swing, and things are heating up around The Policy Circle! Check out the latest edition of The Policy Circle’s In The Loop Newsletter and subscribe.
Take The Next Step In Your Leadership Journey
Are you frustrated with issues in your community, but don’t know how to address them? Maybe you want to apply for a board, run for office, or advocate for an issue you care about, but are unsure of the first steps. CLER is for you!
Over the span of three months, The Policy Circle's Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap equips women with the knowledge, skills, and connections to increase their civic leadership and tackle the issues facing their communities with solutions rooted in America's foundational and free-market values. The deadline to apply for the Fall 2024 cohorts of CLER 1.0 and CLER: Education is Friday, August 2nd. Find all the details here.
Attention CLER Graduates: Have you heard of the CLER Referral Program? Our most recent cohort was made up of 50% referrals, a testament to the strong community of women in CLER who are uplifting their peers. Refer a friend and enjoy exclusive incentives that recognize your dedication to connecting other women with CLER's transformative leadership development experience.
Meet Courtney, a CLER 1.0 Grad:
Courtney A. Sanders is a military spouse and mother who volunteers with Veteran Caregivers and has become known as an advocate for veteran suicide prevention. She recently was appointed to the Veterans Suicide Prevention Task Force, which includes local, state, and federal representation.
"I’ve been able to connect with other organizations that have a similar mission and collaborate for the greater good."
Courtney is gearing up to address this topic at an upcoming fall summit, which aims to inform local, state, and federal Veteran service providers, first responders, Veterans, and their families about suicide prevention and available resources. The Policy Circle is cheering you on, Courtney!
On the Horizon: Faith & Civic Life in America
The Policy Circle is excited to share information about one of our newest initiatives: Faith & Civic Life in America. This initiative, in partnership with Ambassador Enterprises, LLC , evaluates the role that faith-based institutions play in solving societal challenges and how our values drive us to take action – from volunteering to voting. This initiative will include a comprehensive Policy Brief and substantial programming that will help to drive meaningful Circle conversations all throughout the country. Stay tuned for more information in the weeks to come!
Save the date: 2024 Faith & Civic Life Symposium featuring Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin
Interested in joining us in Washington, D.C.? Email us at events@thepolicycircle.org.
Fall Preview: A Day at the Capitol in Columbus, Ohio
For our third "Day at the Capitol," our team is gearing up for an engaging and thoughtful gathering in Columbus, Ohio. On Thursday, November 21st, we'll be joined by policymakers, community leaders, parent advocates, and more, in a full day of programming designed to build connections and foster conversations around issues that matter. We're thrilled to partner with our friends from the American Federation for Children for this event and look forward to sharing more details soon. Take a look back at past "Day at the Capitol" events in Austin, TX, and Nashville, TN, and stay tuned for more information!
The Road to November: Engaging in the 2024 Election
The Policy Circle focuses on equipping our members to be better engaged in the civic process. With the 2024 election quickly approaching, we're sharing election-related resources to help our community better understand the electoral process, evaluate candidates and legislation, and navigate the often complicated world of campaign finance. Over the next few months, you can expect to find balanced, fact-based resources you need to be prepared for Election Day, delivered right to your inbox.
Ready to dive in now? Check out The Policy Circle's Basic Voter Guide. Whether it is your first time voting or you are looking for a refresher, this guide will walk you through the history of voting rights in America, including the process for electing the U.S. President and what steps to take to cast your vote on Election Day.
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