The Western and Eastern CT Area Labor, in partnership with the national and Connecticut AFL-CIO, is hosting a Path to Power Political Candidate Training. The training teaches union members how to run for public office to build power that will positively influence our communities. Topics covered include crafting an effective message, creating a campaign plan, fundraising, how to talk to targeted voters, and building a campaign team. This training is designed for people who might consider running for office from school board to municipal or state government.

Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: AFSCME Council 4, 444 East Main Street, New Britain
Deadline: Please register by April 7, 2023

The cost of the program is free to union members, *except* in the case of those members who have declared as candidates or who have publicly expressed a plan to become a candidate. If you are currently a declared candidate or have publicly expressed a plan to become a candidate, please contact the project coordinators Jacey Long at (203)-451-0568 or Kevin Burgos (860)-569-9779