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Democratic National Committee, September 5, 2025

Posted on September 5, 2025

A Message from the DNC National Training Team

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Hello Democrats,

It’s almost National Voter Registration Day! The DNC is hosting a National Voter Registration Day Week of Action! Join the DNC Organizing Team on National Voter Registration Day for a virtual Voter Reg-a-thon! At this event, you will be trained on how to become a Vote Captain and leverage your personal relationships to register new voters and ensure your network’s registration is up to date.


Plus, hear from key speakers on the importance of voter registration and the DNC’s plan to register more voters across the country.

RSVP FOR THE VOTER REGISTRATION TRAINING!

Host a Voter Registration Event in Your Community!📋 

👉Participate in National Voter Registration Week of Action (9/15-9/22)
VR Drive Trainings start September 8th
The DNC is launching a national voter registration week of action the week of 9/15

  • Sign up to host a VR Drive in your community!
  • Sign up for a training on how to host a VR Drive!
    • Monday Sept 8
    • Thursday Sept 11
  • Sign up for our virtual Voter Reg-a-Thon!

      Don’t forget to also help your friends and family stay in the loop about the DNC National Training Team’s upcoming events by encouraging them to sign up for our email list and the DNC Victory Vault to access a google drive of past training and resource guides. Thank you for doing your part to win elections up and down the ballot for Democrats!

      As always, please reach out to training@dnc.org if you have any questions or training needs.

      Onward,

      Morgan Hine

      DNC National Training Director


      Upcoming Trainings in the Democratic Ecosystem

      This month, the National Training Team is highlighting training opportunities from our partner organizations. Here are some upcoming events from our Sister Committees and partners that you can share with your networks and other Democrats in your state!

      National Democratic Training Committee

      • Run for Elected Office – 5 part online course
      • Rural Canvassing, September 18th
      • Bootcamp with NDTC and Washoe Dems, September 13 in Reno, NV
      • Find other trainings from the NDTC Team HERE.

      LGBTQ+ Victory Institute

      • Time2Run Webinar, October 27th on Zoom.
      • Candidate and Campaign 101 Training, December 4th in Washington, DC.
      • Find other trainings from the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute Team HERE.

      Emerge America

      • Signature Program, an in-depth 6-month, 70-hour, training program that inspires candidates to run and gives them the tools to win.
      • Emerge Bootcamp, the next National Virtual Boot Camp will be held on Zoom from Thursday, January 22 – Sunday, February 1, 2026 for 2026 candidates.

      Democratic Municipal Officials

      • DMO Summit from September 18-20 in Durham, NC.

      ARENA

      • Apply to the next Arena Academy Training.

      Happy training to all the amazing Democrats stepping up to run for local office, and those who are continuously working to support their campaigns!

      DNC Victory Vault

      The DNC Victory Vault contains on-demand training resources — tailored toward volunteers, community organizers, activists, and campaigns — covering a variety of grassroots organizing skills. The DNC Victory Vault continues to grow, with new additions added periodically as resources become available. New members are added each Wednesday, and you must use a Gmail account to register in order to access the Victory Vault Google Drive folder. Check out our Victory Vault instructions if you have trouble accessing the DNC Victory Vault once you receive your email invitation.

      The DNC Victory Vault resources are meant for educational purposes only. DNC Victory Vault materials are not downloadable or shareable. Any individual interested in viewing the DNC Victory Vault resources must complete the application in order to request access. We reserve the right to remove individuals from any and all DNC training resources in the event of inappropriate use.

      Join the Victory Vault!

      JOB OPPORTUNITIES

      DNC Talent Bank

      The DNC Talent Bank is a resource to help state parties and campaigns find the best applicants for a wide range of positions, from field organizers to digital directors to communications staff and more.

      If you are interested in pursuing a campaign position, please sign up for the DNC Talent Bank to receive information on available positions and other career opportunities. All levels of experience and fields of interest are encouraged to apply.

      Jobs in the states through state parties:

      Many of our state parties are hiring new staff! Check out the DNC State Party Jobs page to apply.

      Check out other Job Pages from our Sister Committees:

      DLCC:

      • https://dlcc.org/careers/

      DSCC:

      • https://www.dscc.org/about-us/jobs/

      DCCC:

      • https://dccc.org/jobs/
      • DCCC Talent Bank

      ABOUT THE DNC NATIONAL TRAINING DEPARTMENT

      The DNC National Training Department delivers training to operatives in the field, activists and volunteers, state party leaders and staff, students and youth organizers, candidates and campaign staff, constituency caucus members and community leaders, and so many more!

      Training topics range from field organizing to digital mobilization, data to finance, communications to compliance, and leadership development to movement building, just to name a few.

      Through this vast expansion of training programs, the new DNC National Training Department is building and strengthening the Democratic Party infrastructure to ensure success for years to come!

      CONNECT WITH US

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      • Want to be part of an online community of Democrats, get involved at the local level, and stay up to date on events happening in your state? Click HERE to volunteer.

      HAPPY TRAINING!

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      We join forces to win more elections! It was a pleasure co-hosting with Franklin County (WA) Democrats for yesterday's Precinct Committee Officer training! And thank you to all Democrats from all of the legislative districts in the Tri-Cities who joined us.It was a packed house at tonight's Democrat Precinct Committee Officer training for PCOs from Franklin and Benton Counties. Others joined on Zoom. It was an excellent training. Many thanks to Ken, Karen and John for conducting the training and to Carl for tech support. ... See MoreSee Less

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      Party Calendar

      February 2026

      Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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      • Posters for Progress!

        Posters for Progress!

        February 2, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
        Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

        Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
        There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

        See more details

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      • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        February 3, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council

        Richland City Council

        February 3, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        See more details

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      4
      • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

        Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

        February 4, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
        Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

        Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

        See more details

      •
      5
      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        February 5, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

        This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

        Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

        See more details

      •
      6
      • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

        Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

        February 6, 2026  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
        Moonshot Brewery 8804 West Victoria Ave Kennewick

        Join us for socializing and having some fun!

        See more details

      •
      7
      • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

        No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

        February 7, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
        East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

        Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
        On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

        Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
        📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

        See more details

      • Sunnyside Protest I.C.E. and Rally for Peace

        Sunnyside Protest I.C.E. and Rally for Peace

        February 7, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
        East Lincoln Avenue & Yakima Valley Highway Sunnyside, WA 98944

        This a local Indivisible event hosted by Central Washington Resistance!

        Saturday, February 7th, there will be a protest from 12pm-2pm! We will meet on the sidewalk on the corner of East Lincoln Ave & Yakima Valley Hwy. In Sunnyside!

        Community, bring your 'No ICE' signs, your flags, and your voices! We are tired of I.C.E. bringing violence to our communities and this administration spreading fear here and in other countries! Please share… See you there

        See more details

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      • Posters for Progress!

        Posters for Progress!

        February 9, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
        Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

        Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
        There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

        See more details

      • Benton County Executive Board

        Benton County Executive Board

        February 9, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

        See more details

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      10
      • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        February 10, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Kennewick City Council Workshop

        Kennewick City Council Workshop

        February 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

        See more details

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      11
      • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

        Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

        February 11, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
        Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

        Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

        See more details

      •
      12
      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        February 12, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

        This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

        Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

        See more details

      •
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      16
      • Posters for Progress!

        Posters for Progress!

        February 16, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
        Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

        Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
        There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

        See more details

      •
      17
      • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        February 17, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council

        Richland City Council

        February 17, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        See more details

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      18
      • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

        Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

        February 18, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
        Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

        Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

        See more details

      •
      19
      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        February 19, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

        This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

        Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

        See more details

      • Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting

        Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting

        February 19, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Location: Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco Virtual Option (Zoom): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9144488289?pwd=OENYNWRxR1VtQkVFT1RsMU13RlZLUT09

        We’re excited to invite you to our February General Meeting on Thursday, February 19th!
        As always, we’ll kick things off with our community potluck at 5:30 PM, followed by the meeting at 6:00 PM.
        You can join us in person at the Pasco MCL Branch Library (1320 W. Hopkins) or on Zoom. We’d love to see you in whichever way works best for you.

        See more details

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      • Posters for Progress!

        Posters for Progress!

        February 23, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
        Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

        Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
        There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

        See more details

      •
      24
      • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

        February 24, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
        John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
        If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
        https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

        See more details

      • Richland City Council Workshop

        Richland City Council Workshop

        February 24, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

        See more details

      • •
      25
      • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

        Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

        February 25, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
        Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

        Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

        See more details

      •
      26
      • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

        February 26, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
        The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

        This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

        Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

        See more details

      • BCDCC General Public Meeting

        BCDCC General Public Meeting

        February 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
        Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

        See more details

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      • Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities

        Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities

        February 28, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
        Richland Public Library Conference Room B 955 Northgate Richland, WA

        You’re invited to our next Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities!

        Join us for a cozy, welcoming morning of book discussion, community conversation, and knitting or crafting if you’d like.

        See more details

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