Upcoming Trainings
In Person
Virtual
Right Start Webinar Series: California Ballot Designation & Candidate Statement
The Right Start Webinar Series: Building Your Ballot Advantage is a California-focused training designed to help candidates strategically craft their ballot designation and 200-word Candidate Statement of Qualifications. Featuring experienced political strategist Ryan Gardiner, this session will provide practical guidance on selecting a legally compliant, compelling designation and writing a clear, persuasive statement that shapes voter perception. Attendees will gain actionable tools and real-world insights to maximize their impact on the ballot and position themselves effectively in competitive California elections.
Feb 23 5:30 PM PST
In Person
Virtual
Managing Public Participation at School Board Meetings Webinar
Many school district are finding themselves either receiving angry responses or being sued for violating the rights of public participants during board meetings. This webinar is recommended to you as a valuable resource for assisting your board in clarifying everyone’s role in managing public participation.
Feb 24 7PM EST
In Person
Virtual
What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy
Join Leadership Institute's Career Services team and guest speaker for our brand new online series, 'What Do You Do?' What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy is an online webinar where you will get to listen and learn from speakers who work in a variety of professional roles, how they achieved their success, and offer valuable advice for people at any point in their careers.
Feb 25 10AM EST
In Person
Cece O'Leary at Pennsylvania State University at Beaver
Monaca, Pennsylvania
Virtual Speech
Feb 25 12:15 PM EST
Virtual
Social Media Marketing
Harness the power of social media for political campaigns and public engagement.
Feb 25 3PM EST
In Person
Virtual
America at 250: Strength, Sacrifice, and the Future of Freedom - A Journey Through America's Past, Present, and Future
America at 250: Strength, Sacrifice, and the Future of Freedom. Join us on a journey through America's past, present, and future.
Feb 25 7PM EST
In Person
In Person
LI Headquarters
DC Starter Kit
Arlington, Virginia
Since 1979, Leadership Institute has trained conservatives on how to advance your principles through the public policy process. LI Careers is excited to bring you our DC Starter Kit - a one stop shop for professionals early in their careers to get a jump on their DC adventure.You will receive helpful tips on how to do the following with excellence:
- The Art of Professionalism
- Resumes, Cover Letters, and Networking
- Living and Working in the DC Environment
Feb 26 6PM EST
In Person
Youth Leadership Workshop - TPUSA at University of Houston
Houston, Texas
Develop a training to fit your group's specific needs in a three-hour workshop.
A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics c
Feb 26 6PM CST
In Person
In Person
In Person
Growing La Familia - Hillsborough County, FL
Temple Terrace, Florida
Growing La Familia is meant to develop local Hispanic conservatives as community leaders, communicators, and organizers who can lead where they live. The program builds a foundation-to-leadership pipeline that begins with grassroots engagement and grows into local officeholders, community influencers, and effective grassroots leaders within the conservative movement. Each training strengthens a network of Hispanic conservatives capable of organizing, communicating, and leading at every level.
Feb 28 10AM EST
In Person
Oregon Campaign Leadership Boot Camp
Bend, Oregon
The Oregon Campaign Leadership Boot Camp is an all-day, immersive training designed to equip and energize both current and prospective candidates, campaign managers, and campaign team members. This program provides a comprehensive overview of what it takes to plan, build, and execute a successful local campaign.
Participants will learn the essential components of campaign leadership, including campaign development, organization, messaging, voter outreach, and team management. The boot camp emphasizes practical skills and strategic preparation, helping attendees strengthen their personal, professional, and political readiness for future service as campaign leaders.
Whether you are considering a run for office, actively supporting a campaign, or looking to take on a leadership role within a political organization, this training offers valuable insights, proven strategies, and hands-on guidance applicable to campaigns at all levels.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, allowing participants to focus fully on the training while also connecting with fellow candidates and campaign professionals throughout the day.
Feb 28 8AM PST
In Person
In Person
LI Headquarters
Wednesday Wake-Up Club Breakfast
Arlington, Virginia
Start each month with a hot, buffet breakfast and an open discussion with some of our nation’s greatest conservative leaders at the Wednesday Wake-Up Club Breakfast.
Mar 4 7:30 AM EST
In Person
In Person
In Person
Abigail Dejarnatt at Kansas State University
Manhattan, Kansas
Abigail DeJarnatt, CEO & Founder of Counteract USA, speaking event at Pittsburg State University hosted by TPUSA talking about "Reshaping Culture: Post-Roe Fight for Life"
Mar 4 7PM CST
Virtual
Television Workshop, Introduction to Techniques
Learn how to look like a professional on camera
Mar 5 2PM EST
Virtual
School Board Site Visits Webinar
While some states specify a school boards members right to enter district buildings many state laws may be silent on this topic. This webinar will help you assert your authority and rights in district oversight and governance while assisting you in messaging your rationale for visiting district buildings.
Mar 5 7PM EST
In Person
Youth Leadership Workshop: Pacific Lutheran University
Develop a training to fit your group's specific needs in a three-hour workshop.
A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics c
Mar 5 6PM PST
In Person
Candidate Development Bootcamp
Springfield, Missouri
This two-day school teaches current and potential candidates the steps to take now to produce a winning campaign. The school focuses on political preparation for future service as an elected official or community leader.
Mar 6 9AM CST
In Person
Campus Election Workshop: University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming
This workshop teaches you how to run for—and win—student government elections. You will learn to lead your student government, lower student fees, change administration policy, and promote and defend conservative principles.
Mar 6 4PM MST
In Person
Georgia Precinct Chair Training - Camden County
St Marys, Georgia
Precinct chairs are extremely important in politics — especially at the local and grassroots levels. They’re often described as the foundation of party infrastructure. Precinct chairs are the party’s frontline organizers.
This comprehensive Precinct Chair training prepares conservatives to run and win campaigns. You'll cover the nuts and bolts of strategy, messaging, and local campaign-building. Giving chairs the tools they need to help volunteers, local leaders, and current and prospective candidates identify the steps to run a successful campaign and to prepare them for future service as elected officials and community leaders.
Attendees will learn how to:
Recruit volunteers
Knock doors and make calls
Turn out voters on Election Day
Updated Grassroots Strategies
With real local precinct examples from Georgia, so chairs who live in and know their neighborhoods can mobilize voters far more effectively.
*Registration includes breakfast, catered lunch, and beverages.
Mar 7 8:30 AM EST
In Person
Idaho Campaign Workshop
Twin Falls, Idaho
The Idaho Campaign Leadership Boot Camp is an all-day, immersive training designed to equip current and prospective candidates, campaign managers, and campaign team members with the tools needed to run effective local campaigns.
This training provides a comprehensive, practical overview of the core elements of a successful campaign, including:
Are You Ready to Run? – The first questions every potential candidate must answer
Vote Goals & Voter ID – Identifying target voters and using data to guide outreach
Developing a Campaign Plan – Building effective outreach and fundraising plans
Message Development – Crafting a clear, compelling, and winning campaign message
Messaging to the Middle – Communicating with and persuading undecided voters
Earned Media – Strategies for securing free media coverage and increasing visibility
Fundraising – Building a sustainable operation to keep your campaign running
Get-Out-the-Vote (GOTV) – Turning supporters into voters on Election Day
Whether you are considering a run for office, actively supporting a campaign, or preparing to take on a leadership role, this boot camp offers proven strategies, practical guidance, and hands-on training applicable to campaigns at all levels across Idaho.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, allowing participants to stay focused while connecting with fellow candidates and campaign leaders throughout the day.
Mar 7 9AM MST
In Person
Women's Leadership Lab
Steven's Point, Wisconsin
In this fast-paced, women-centered session, you’ll get a practical introduction to improving your organization or campaign communications. Learn a simple framework to clarify your message, speak with confidence, and connect with the audiences who matter most—so you can grow visibility, supporters, and support.
This workshop also includes a brief introduction to our Women’s Leadership Program, including how the program supports women leaders through training, community, and continued development opportunities.
Mar 9 10AM CDT
In Person
Omaha Activism Workshop
Omaha, Nebraska
This workshop is designed to equip current and prospective leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Participants will learn the foundational principles of effective leadership, explore what it takes to run for public office, and gain a clear understanding of the key components of a successful political campaign.
Whether you are considering public service, looking to become more engaged in civic life, or ready to take the next step in community leadership, this program provides practical guidance and actionable insights to help you move forward.
Dinner provided
Mar 9 5PM CDT
In Person
Women's Leadership Lab
Delafield, Wisconsin
In this fast-paced, women-centered session, you’ll get a practical introduction to improving your organization or campaign communications. Learn a simple framework to clarify your message, speak with confidence, and connect with the audiences who matter most—so you can grow visibility, supporters, and support.
This workshop also includes a brief introduction to our Women’s Leadership Program, including how the program supports women leaders through training, community, and continued development opportunities.
Mar 9 5:30 PM CDT
Virtual
Texas Convention Prep Webinar: Robert's Rules & Parliamentary Procedure
As Texas conservatives prepare for precinct, county, and Senate District conventions, understanding Robert's Rules of Order and Texas-specific parliamentary procedures is essential to being an effective delegate, officer, or activist.
Join the Leadership Institute for a timely, practical webinar designed to help participants confidently navigate convention proceedings, make motions correctly, understand the role of the chair, and avoid common procedural pitfalls- before convention season is in full swing.
Mar 9 5:30 PM CDT
In Person
Youth Leadership Workshop - University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
Develop a training to fit your group's specific needs in a three-hour workshop.
A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics c
Mar 9 5:30 PM PDT
In Person
Omaha Business Workshop
Omaha, Nebraska
This workshop is designed to help current and prospective leaders gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Participants will learn the foundational steps of effective leadership, explore what it takes to run for public office, and understand the key components of a successful campaign.
In addition to leadership and campaign-focused training, day two of the program will be dedicated to business training, covering practical skills related to organization, communication, management, and strategic planning. This business-focused session is designed to strengthen professional leadership abilities that translate directly to both public service and community involvement.
Whether you are considering future public service, looking to strengthen your leadership and business skills, or simply want to become more engaged in civic life, this program provides practical guidance and insights to support your goals. All are welcome to attend and learn how to take the next step in their leadership journey.
Mar 10 5PM CDT
LI Headquarters
In Person
In Person
In Person
Catalyst for Change Precinct Leadership Workshop - Grand Rapids, MI
Comstock Park, Michigan
During this three-hour extensive workshop, attendees will learn how to be effective on the local level to engage their communities and grow their parties and organizations.
Mar 11 5:30 PM EDT
LI Headquarters
The Advanced Art of Public Speaking
Arlington, Virginia
Take your skills to the next level and master public speaking
Mar 11 6PM EDT
Virtual
Volunteer Management Bootcamp Webinar
Do you want to make a difference in your community and impact your community? If so, then this is the program for you. Become more effective by learning ways to recruit, educate, and mobilize your friends, family, and neighbors.
Mar 11 7:30 PM EDT
Virtual
Are You Ready To Run?
Are You Ready to Run? (1-Hour Candidate Readiness Course)
Considering a run for office but unsure if now is the right time? Leadership Institute’s Are You Ready to Run? is a practical, one-hour course to help you decide—and prepare.
You’ll learn what it takes to launch a winning campaign, including the basics of planning, messaging, voter targeting, team building, and fundraising. Leave with a clear readiness checklist and next steps for moving forward.
Mar 11 7PM CDT
LI Headquarters
Conservative Intern Workshop
Arlington, Virginia
Maximize your professional success as a D.C. intern by participating in LI’s Conservative Intern Workshop. This day-long immersive experience gives interns the tools to succeed, the skill to network with experts and fellow interns, and the capacity to turn your internship into a full-time opportunity.
Mar 12 8:30 AM EDT
In Person
In Person
In Person
San Antonio, TX: Youth Leadership School
San Antonio, Texas
Learn to organize and lead a mass-based youth effort for candidates and causes you care about through LI’s flagship program. This two-day “Bootcamp of Politics" makes all the difference for anyone who wants to lead in the political process and famously opens doors for positions in the political job market.
Mar 14 7:30 AM CDT
In Person
North Carolina Campaign Academy - Wake County
Raleigh, North Carolina
This comprehensive training prepares conservatives to run and win campaigns. You'll cover the nuts and bolts of strategy,
messaging, and campaign-building.
The Campaign and Candidate Academy is designed to help volunteers, local leaders, and current and prospective candidates identify the steps to run a successful campaign and prepare them for future service to become elected officials and community leaders.
Learn updated strategies and examples from 2025 on how to WIN!
Attendees will learn how to:
• Recruitment and Are You Ready to Run?
• Messaging and Public Speaking
• Filing Documents and Fundraising
• Grassroots Marketing
• Using AI and Social Media
• Get Out the Vote and Updated text, email, canvassing, and voter outreach strategies.
*Registration includes breakfast, a full buffet lunch, and beverages.
Mar 14 9AM EDT
In Person
Grassroots Activism & GOTV Workshop - Mecklenburg county, NC
Charlotte, North Carolina
This workshop presents tactics for door-knocking and for effective voter conversations. Learn ways to effectively implement targeted outreach to get the most out of door-to-door, early and absentee voting, and Election Day operations that deliver successful results.
This workshop will present practical tactics for door-knocking and conducting effective voter conversations. Participants will learn proven methods to implement targeted outreach, maximizing engagement through door-to-door, early, and absentee voting efforts, as well as Election Day operations designed to achieve measurable results.
Mar 14 12PM EDT
In Person
New Mexico Conservative Campaign Workshop- Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The New mexico Conservative Campaign Workshop covers winning campaign strategies- whether you are running for office or supporting a campaign.
Mar 14 10AM MDT
Virtual
What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy
Join Leadership Institute's Career Services team and guest speaker for our brand new online series, 'What Do You Do?' What Do You Do: A Conversation in Public Policy is an online webinar where you will get to listen and learn from speakers who work in a variety of professional roles, how they achieved their success, and offer valuable advice for people at any point in their careers.
Mar 16 1PM EDT
In Person
Youth Leadership Workshop: University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, North Dakota
A consolidated version of our flagship program, the Youth Leadership School, the YLW allows you to customize your own training to fit the needs of your organization or cause. Our expert faculty will train you on three or more of our 14 different topics.
Mar 16 7PM MDT
Virtual
Email Marketing & Online Fundraising
Refine your online strategies and unlock the full potential of email marketing.
Mar 17 1PM EDT
LI Headquarters
Careers in the Executive Branch
Arlington, Virginia
Do you want to work for the President of the United States?
“Personnel is policy,” says LI President Morton Blackwell, and winning elections isn’t enough.
Conservatives must identify, hire, and promote other principled conservatives across the public policy landscape – in think tanks, the media, Congress, and even the White House.
Join the Leadership Institute and professionals who currently work for the Trump-Vance administration, to be trained on the ins and outs of working in the executive branch of government.
Mar 17 6PM EDT
Virtual
Professional Development Series: Job Interviews & Salary Negotiations
The dreaded interview process is a dark cloud over the job application process – but it doesn't have to be!
From the first steps to the last, this training teaches you the best interview practices to ensure you can confidently face your next job interview.
In every career, there comes a point where salary discussions are inevitable. Whether you are just starting a job or looking for a raise where you are, you need to know how to approach the conversation.
Dread salary negotiations no more! In this training you will learn how to navigate the difficult terrain that is salary discussions.
Mar 19 1PM EDT
Virtual
Run With Purpose Series: #1 The Decision, The Launch & The Road to Victory
Course 1: The Decision to Run, Launch Strategy & Path to Victory
This foundational course guides prospective state legislative candidates through the critical decision to run and the strategic framework required to win. Participants assess their personal, professional, and financial readiness while gaining a clear understanding of district dynamics, voter behavior, and turnout realities. The course walks candidates through calculating vote goals, identifying target voter universes, and constructing a district-specific Path to Victory. Participants also develop a practical launch timeline and a structured 90-day execution plan to ensure momentum from day one. By the end of the course, candidates will have a disciplined roadmap from decision through initial campaign implementation.
Mar 19 6:30 PM CDT
In Person
Montana Campaign Leadership Boot Camp
Bozeman, Montana
The Montana Campaign Leadership Boot Camp is an all-day, immersive training designed to equip and energize grassroots party leaders, activists, and engaged party members who want to strengthen their impact in local politics. This program provides a practical, high-level understanding of how winning campaigns and effective party organizations are built from the ground up.
The boot camp emphasizes hands-on skills and real-world strategies that help attendees become more effective leaders within their local party, advocacy efforts, and community-based political initiatives.
Whether you are actively involved in your local party, supporting candidates and causes, organizing volunteers, or preparing to take on greater leadership responsibilities, this training offers proven tools, strategic insight, and actionable guidance applicable to grassroots efforts at every level.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, allowing participants to stay focused on the training while connecting with fellow party leaders, activists, and grassroots organizers throughout the day.
Mar 21 9AM MDT
LI Headquarters
Conservative Organizational Entrepreneur School
Arlington, Virginia
A conservative organizational entrepreneur sees a problem in society or an opportunity to advance conservative principles in the public policy process and creates an organization (or organizations) to solve the problem. In this intense two-day training, experienced faculty—many of whom have started their own, strong organizations—will reveal to you the practical steps to start your organization and establish a long-term plan.
Mar 23 8AM EDT
In Person
