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Developing Future Leaders

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People Power
Jun 13, 2024
Lessons from a Run for School Board: “Be Strong in Your Voice,” Says Idahoan Susie Schuetz

Susie Schuetz, an alumna of LCV's Candidate Academy, ran for her Idaho district's school board hoping to use her skills as a professional mediator to bring people together. She shares her lessons learned from the Candidate Academy, the campaign trail and her advice for other candidates running for local offices.

Jun 13, 2024
Susie Schuetz
People Power
May 21, 2024
Lessons from a Run for State Senate: “Make as Many Connections as Possible,” Says Louisianian Mary Anne Mushatt

Mary Anne Mushatt, an alumna of LCV's Candidate Academy, ran for a seat in the Louisiana State Senate to bring new perspectives to the political conversation in her traditionally conservative district. Reflecting on her campaign, she shares her lessons learned and advice to others considering a run for office.

May 21, 2024
A woman stands holding a sign reading: "Stand with Mary Anne: Mary Anne Mushatt for State Senator."
People Power
Apr 24, 2024
Good Disability Policy is Good Environmental Policy

The connection between environmental and disability policy is critical, and often overlooked. As climate change fueled disasters are on the rise, LCV and Disability Victory highlight how disability equity is critical for disaster preparedness and response.

Apr 24, 2024
Graphic with "Disability Inclusivity for Candidates" headline and headshots of 5 people: Sarah Young Bear-Brown, Jessica Benham, Maddy Ruvolo, German Parodi and Shaylin Sluzalis
People Power
Mar 20, 2024
“Trust Yourself and Your Intuition” as a Leader, Says Vermont State Rep. Esme Cole

After her first year serving in the Vermont state legislature and attending LCV's governance training program, Esme Cole shares her thoughts on the importance of relationship-building, staying true to your values, and other reflections on her experience.

Mar 20, 2024

Shanthi Gonzalez, Senior Manager of Candidate Recruitment and Training

Group of 14 people bundled in coats, posing on the snowy steps of the Vermont state capitol building in Montpelier.
People Power
Feb 14, 2024
Leveling Up: LCV and NJLCV Governance Training for Newly-Elected Jersey Leaders

To help them become the strongest and most effective leaders they can be, LCV offers governance training to newly-elected officials in partnership with our state affiliates in the Conservation Voters Movement. Here's a look inside our recent training held with the New Jersey League of Conservation Voters.

Feb 14, 2024

Shanthi Gonzalez, Senior Manager of Candidate Recruitment and Training

A woman and a man stand in front of a grid of post-it notes on a wall as part of a power-mapping exercise.
People Power
Dec 13, 2023
Lessons from a Run for City Council: Jordan Morales Reflects on LCV’s Candidate Academy and the Campaign Trail

As Jordan Morales prepares to serve as the first-ever representative for his district on the City Council of Boise, Idaho, he reflects on his most important lessons learned from LCV's Candidate Academy and his campaign – as well as his advice for others considering a run for office.

Dec 13, 2023

Shanthi Gonzalez, Senior Manager of Candidate Recruitment and Training

Jordan Morales, Boise City Council Member-Elect
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Developing Future Leaders

Our country urgently needs more leaders who share our vision of a world with a healthy environment and healthy communities, protected by a just and equitable democracy. To empower more people in our movement to become leaders, LCV and our state affiliates offer robust leadership development opportunities.

Young person standing in front of a wall of sticky notes at a leadership training.