WA Institute for a Democratic Future – December 22, 2025

In this Issue:

• Join us to celebrate the Class of 2026 on January 9!
• Support WAIDF’s Scholarship Fund
• Interested in joining the board of directors?
• We’re bringing back our Jobs List-Serv!

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Join us to celebrate the Class of 2026 on January 9!

On behalf of the board of directors, staff, alumni, and partner sponsors, we invite you to join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 as they begin their six-month fellowship journey.

April Sims, President of the Washington State Labor Council, will be the keynote speaker.

We aim to reveal the Class of 2026 before the year ends, so stay tuned for that roster.

Event Details:

• Friday, January 9, 6 – 8 p.m.
• Inatai Foundation | 1301 5th Ave #2800 Seattle, WA, 98101
• Ticket Prices:
  • General Admission: $32
  • Kickoff Sponsor: $100
  • Kickoff Champion: $2026

Questions? Please reach out to us at info@democraticfuture.org.

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Support WAIDF’s Scholarship Fund

One of the most critical aspects of the program is ensuring access and affordability for all fellows.

A contribution, whether it’s $5, $25, $250, or $5,000, helps ensure that someone from Yakima, or Spokane, or a rural corner of the state can say “yes” to this program. It also helps offset travel, reduce tuition, and open doors for leaders who might otherwise be shut out.

Every dollar helps us live our values: that leadership shouldn’t depend on your income. Please help us raise $10,000 by December 31!

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Interested in joining the board of directors?

Join the board of directors! After another record-breaking year of applicants, we’re more energized than before, and we’re looking for board members to join us in this journey in the new year.

One position we are trying to fill is the Treasurer role. If you have a financial background or are willing to step into the role and learn the ins and outs of being a Treasurer, please reach out!

Official recruitment to fill current board vacancies will take place in January. In the meantime, if you are interested in learning more, please reach out to board chair Francis Choe at chair@democraticfuture.org.

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We’re bringing back our Jobs List-Serv!

We’re pleased to announce that we’re bringing back our WAIDF Jobs List-Serv!

To subscribe, either email jobs+subscribe@democraticfuture.org (no subject line or text in the body is necessary)or use this Google Form.

If you choose the email option, you’ll receive a confirmation email, and your request will be approved shortly thereafter.