Forward Fellows Program
Forward Fellows is a summer training program designed to prepare the next generation of emerging civic leaders in Minnesota. The program includes intensive campaign strategy training in areas of campaign strategy, communication, fundraising, and fieldwork with hands-on campaign experience. Participants are connected with pro-choice campaigns running for office in Minnesota and actively develop their skills throughout the summer.
Forward Fellows offers valuable networking opportunities, professional development, and on-going support and coaching. The Forward Fellows program is an opportunity for anyone interested in civic life and leadership in Minnesota and serves as an entry point to paid civic work. Forward Fellows alumni have gone on to work on and in the state legislature, government, presidential campaigns, non-profit organizations, governors’ offices, lobbying firms, and have run for office.
We invest in the next generation of strategists, volunteers, and candidates in Minnesota through education and training. Winning Forward supports participants throughout the program by providing:
- Training in campaign strategy: communication, fundraising, field,
- Professional development, career and networking opportunities
- Personalized check-ins and problem-solving coaching
- Financial stipend for participation
Winning Forward works closely with participants as they continue to gain experience by making connections to pro-choice champions running for office in Minnesota. Those candidates actively help participants develop skills with a hands-on experience. This interactive, experiential learning component allows participants to put the education, training, and coaching into action.
Participant Requirements
- Commitment to Winning Forward’s mission
- Strong work ethic and interest in the political process including campaigns
- Dedication to reproductive rights, health, and justice
- Active engagement and commitment to a host campaign
- 18 years of age or older