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As part of our leadership program, you will have the opportunity to propose real, tractable solutions to address pressing issues, while preserving economic development, with a politically diverse group of peers. Throughout the program, you will work collaboratively with your team, aiming to propose policies addressing a specific issue.
By the end of the program, you will have had the chance to:
- discuss pragmatic policy proposals to be presented to members of Congress
- improve your ability to have productive conversations across the aisle
- develop collaborative leadership skills
- connect with other passionate future leaders
At the end of the program, you’ll have the opportunity to present your proposed solutions to elected officials and other experts from world-renowned think tanks and academies, allowing you the direct opportunity to be involved and influential in the lawmaking process.
The program involves a total of six, 1.5-hour sessions over the course of six weeks from June to early July including:
- Expert speakers and activities designed to build your dialogue and collaborative skills
- Facilitated deliberations and problem-solving around the topic of choice
Applicants can choose which cohort they would like to be a part of, depending on their interest and availability. This summer, our cohorts will focus on Improving the American Education System and Strengthening our Republic.
Our programs are run on Zoom every Wednesday or Thursday over the course of 6 weeks.
Cohort 1 – Improving the American education system: Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12 @ 7-8:30pm EST
Cohort 2 – Strengthening our republic: Thursdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13 @ 7-8:30pm EST
Presentations to elected officials, staffers, and other experts will be scheduled in the weeks following the program. Presentation dates will be shared with participants in as much advance as possible.
Expect to commit around 2-4 hours per week throughout the six-week program, including the weekly sessions and preparatory work between sessions
Apply by April 26 at https://civicsynergy.live/our-program.
Come raise a glass in support of the pending bi-partisan legislation for Final-Five Voting. Co-hosted by US Marine Corps veteran and former Wisconsin Secretary of Commerce, Dick Leinenkugel. Meet veterans, the legislative co-authors and many other supporters at this fun event in a great venue, Leinie’s Lodge in the Pilot Meeting Room. Onward!
Does college equip a student for the reality of the day? What are the benefits and what does one ‘get’ from a college education?
Take the Unify Challenge, a guided video conversation that you will take with another American who may vote or think differently than you. It is a small but powerful way for everyday people to heal our national divide. Consider this your official invitation to step out of your “bubble.” We the People can lead the way.
Building Bridges in the Human Family
Curious about the anti-black, anti-white divide? Want to discuss race and racism but are afraid to say the wrong thing or offend someone? Want to discuss how we can move on from our tragic past? Join us for a dialog series for people who genuinely want to listen. This will be a recurring conversation on the following dates: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18
Sponsored by the NH Council of Churches, Anti-Defamation League – NH, NAACP – MAnchester NH, and NH Listens.
Register here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=4pj54lcab&oeidk=a07ejp0gmkj913cefe5
— THE 2023 MONTANA SUMMER INSTITUTE —
The Paradox of the Positive:
Preventing Harm by Promoting Health
THE SCIENCE OF THE POSITIVE | POSITIVE COMMUNITY NORMS |
HEALTH OUTCOMES FROM POSITIVE EXPERIENCES (HOPE)
In Big Sky, Montana and via livestream: June 20th-23rd
The Science of the Positive reverses the problem-centered frame: by growing healthy, positive, protective norms, we can decrease risky, harmful, and unhealthy attitudes and behaviors. And when we start to look at the world from a position of hope, it has a profound impact on the questions we ask, the data we collect, and the way we address health and safety issues.
Join us in June 2023 for three and half powerful days that will help you uncover and grow the positives that already exist in your community. Mornings will be filled with dynamic keynote presentations, and the afternoons will be dedicated to interactive, hands-on workshops.
Sign up now to learn how to increase health, strengthen norms, and build lasting change and transformation in your community.