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Program Outline
Topics of discussion 1) Public Policy:
- What are the key issues that affect us all?
- How can I make a difference in helping to resolve them?
2) Our Environment:
- What kind of world—including land, sea, air, food, increased population, and resources—are we leaving to our community and children?
3) Political Contributions:
- Why should I contribute?
- How is my money used?
- How do contributions affect my relationship to candidates and office holders—and their decisions or votes?
4) Fundraising:
- How to raise money for political or ballot-initiative campaigns, civic or charitable causes
5) Becoming an Elected Official:
- What does it take to run?
- Should I run for office?
6) Volunteering:
- What is community service, and is it for me?
- How do I get involved?
- What does it take to be a good volunteer?
- What is expected of me?
7) Organizational Membership:
- Which should I join, and why?
- What will be expected of me as a member?
8) Commissions and Boards:
- How do I get appointed to a public board, at any level of government?
- What is expected from me as a member?
9) Membership on Boards of Directors:
- Should I be a member of the board of directors of an agency or other type of organization?
- What is expected of me?
- How can I make a difference in our society?
10) Business and Personal Etiquette:
- How best to act, meet people, speak and respond in social and public occasions
11) Networking:
- What does it mean?
- Why is it valuable?
- How do I best accomplish this?
12) Social Events and Entertaining:
- Why are they important?
- How do I schedule and organize an event?
13) Staying Healthy:
- What do I need to know to stay physically, mentally and emotionally healthy?
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