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SUMMARY:Deep Canvassing 101: The Power of Deep\, Meaningful Human Conversations | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:May 6th\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nJoin us for a training about the incredible power of deep canvassing. We will share raw data on its efficacy\, dispel preconceived notions about the method\, and discuss how we can utilize deep canvassing to increase voter turnout in the upcoming midterm elections. \nThis is a nonpartisan voter outreach training.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/deep-canvassing-101-the-power-of-deep-meaningful-human-conversations-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Preparing for the Census | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:April 29th\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nThis training will focus on the road to the 2030 Census and provide updates on recent federal changes affecting census implementation\, including key challenges and opportunities ahead. Participants will also gain an overview of the redistricting process\, learn about ongoing reform efforts\, and explore the work the League is helping to lead to advance a fair\, transparent\, and community-centered redistricting process. \nThe session will include educational materials and concrete opportunities to get involved\, ensuring participants understand how to plug in locally and statewide\, and how to encourage local and state governments to fulfill their responsibilities for a fair and accurate census count. \n 
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/preparing-for-the-census-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Holding Local Government Accountable: Observer Corps 101 | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:April 22nd\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nThe League of Women Voters has been an active champion of openness in government throughout its history. As our country faces threats to the fabric of our democracy\, we prepare to fight back at the grassroots level. Join us to learn how to build an Observer Corps in your community. \nThrough an Observer Corps program\, participants will:\n– Gain an understanding of New Jersey’s Sunshine Laws\n– Ensure their local government entities are following basic transparency and accountability procedures\n– Observe and report on local government activity\n– Build relationships with local government officials\n– And more!
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/holding-local-government-accountable-observer-corps-101-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
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SUMMARY:Reaching Marginalized Voters | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:March 31st\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nA strong democracy is a democracy where every eligible voter is empowered to actively engage in the electoral process. During this training we will discuss key voting populations that often face barriers to the ballot. We will share strategies for how to reach marginalized voters and how to help these voters exercise their voting rights. \n 
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/reaching-marginalized-voters-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
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SUMMARY:New Jersey Budget Process 101 | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:March 17th\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nEach year the Executive and Legislative Branches work together to approve a new state budget and determine how the state’s resources will be allocated. This process is complex and can be difficult to follow. During this training experts will walk you through how government agencies and the Office of Management and Budget collaborate to determine policy and program priorities\, review important fiscal deadlines\, and help you understand the ins-and-outs of this important government exercise. \n 
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/new-jersey-budget-process-101-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Immigration Know Your Rights & Community Support | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:March 4th\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nThis Know Your Rights (KYR) training is designed to equip community members with clear\, accurate information about the current immigration landscape. Participants will learn about recent immigration policy developments and the realities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity happening across the country and in our communities. \nThe training will provide practical guidance on what to do if you or someone encounters ICE\, including an overview of your constitutional rights and how to assert them safely. In addition\, the session will highlight available community resources\, support networks\, and ways neighbors can support one another during enforcement actions or emergencies.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/immigration-know-your-rights-community-support-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Legislative Process | LWVNJ Activist Training
DESCRIPTION:February 19th\, 2026\n6PM\nRegister \n  \nThis training is perfect for anyone who is new to advocating for legislation or any veteran grassroots lobbyist looking for a refresher on how laws are made in the Garden State. Our trainers will provide an overview of the structure and powers of the New Jersey Legislature\, explain how bills advance through each chamber\, teach you how to research and track legislation\, and let you know how you can start lobbying with the League.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/intro-to-the-legislative-process-lwvnj-activist-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000
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SUMMARY:League of Women Voters Navigating the Lame Duck Session: Advocacy Strategies for the Final Push
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 3\, 2025\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)\nOnline\nRegister \nJoin us for a discussion on how to make the most of the Lame Duck session\, what actions you can still take to advance your campaigns\, and how to prepare to respond effectively during these final weeks of the legislative calendar.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/league-of-women-voters-navigating-the-lame-duck-session-advocacy-strategies-for-the-final-push/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T180000
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SUMMARY:League of Women Voters Activist Training Program: Communicating to Win 201
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EST)\nOnline\nRegister \nBuild your audience and learn vital tools to connecting online! In this virtual training\, participants will learn how to turn their communications plans into action with insights on audience targeting\, content planning\, and navigating Facebook. This is the second in a multi-series communications training.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/communicating-to-win-201/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
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SUMMARY:"The Body Politic" Film Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 21st\n3 – 5pm\nMontclair Public Library Auditorium \n  \nJOIN A FREE FILM SCREENING & DISCUSSION ABOUT A NEW APPROACH TO URBAN VIOLENCE\nRegister \nFeaturing:\nRev. Scott Sammler-Michael\,\nUnitarian Universalist\nCongregation at Montclair \nRey Chavis\,\nNewark Community Street Team \nJoin us to view The Body Politic (2023)\, an award-winning documentary film highlighting a novel approach to urban violence that appeared on PBS’s POV. Afterwards we’ll talk about the issues it raises with Rev. Scott Sammler-Michael of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair\, who grew up in Baltimore\, and Rey Chavis\, executive director of Newark Community Street Team\, a city-wide violence reduction force established by Mayor Ras Baraka. Donna Ward\, who chairs the board of the League of Women Voters of Montclair\, will do the introductions. \nThe Body Politic is a harbinger of hope in a country plagued by gun violence. In Baltimore\, Brandon Scott\, an idealistic young leader with an ambitious plan to stop chronic violence\, is elected mayor. Throughout his first year in office\, we follow him as he fights powerful political forces to save lives in his city and reveal a pathway toward healing for the nation. \nThe Body Politic is a co-production with ITVS and a co-presentation with BPM (Black Public Media). \nCo-presented by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair\, NCJW of Essex\, The League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area\, the League of Women Voters of Livingston\, The League of Women Voters of Teaneck\, the Montclair NAACP\, Dumpling Diplomacy\, and Moms Demand Action.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/the-body-politic-film-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Montclair Public Library – Main\, 50 South Fullerton Avenue\, Montclair\, 07042\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T180000
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SUMMARY:Moving the Needle on Voter Participation. How Do We Reach More Voters? with League of Women Voters
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, September 15th\nTime: 6pm – 7pm\nLocation: Zoom \nRegister \nDuring this training we will discuss the current landscape of voter participation in New Jersey. We will facilitate small group discussions to brainstorm new ideas for reaching more voters. We will also conduct training and provide resources for conducting traditional voter outreach including door-to-door canvassing.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/moving-the-needle-on-voter-participation-how-do-we-reach-more-voters-with-league-of-women-voters/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T055207
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Legislative Process with League of Women Voters
DESCRIPTION:Co-Sponsored by Garden State Equality Tuesday\, September 9th\nTime: 6pm – 7pm\nLocation: Zoom \nRegister \nJoin the Garden State Equality Volunteer Network as we partner with League of Women Voters of New Jersey (LWVNJ)! This training is perfect for anyone who is new to advocating for legislation or any veteran grassroots lobbyist looking for a refresher on how laws are made in the Garden State. We’ll provide an overview of the structure and powers of the New Jersey Legislature\, explain how bills advance through each chamber\, teach you how to research and track legislation\, and help you get started lobbying your legislators.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/intro-to-the-legislative-process-with-league-of-women-voters/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
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SUMMARY:Activist Training Program
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is excited to share the upcoming Activist Training Program fall schedule with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuilding Power: You Count | 11/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP\n\nRapid Response & Grassroots Mobilization | 12/4/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can find more information about each course and register to attend at lwvnj.org/training.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/activist-training-program-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
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SUMMARY:Activist Training Program
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is excited to share the upcoming Activist Training Program fall schedule with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt a Glance: Fall 2024 Activist Training Program Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElection Protection: Know Your Rights | 10/23/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP \nBuilding Power: You Count | 11/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP\n\nRapid Response & Grassroots Mobilization | 12/4/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/activist-training-program-5/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T180000
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SUMMARY:Activist Training Program
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of New Jersey is excited to share the upcoming Activist Training Program fall schedule with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt a Glance: Fall 2024 Activist Training Program Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to be a One Person GOTV Machine! | 10/7/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP \nElection Protection: Know Your Rights | 10/23/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP \nBuilding Power: You Count | 11/12/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP\n\nRapid Response & Grassroots Mobilization | 12/4/24 @ 6PM | Click here to RSVP\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can find more information about each course and register to attend at lwvnj.org/training.
URL:https://www.uufaithaction.org/event/activist-training-program-7/
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