What is PowerCorps. Are nunchucks involved?
Well, yes and no.
PowerCorps* (here's the application) is a ten-week political boot camp (June 15 - August 21) in Seattle. PowerCorps Fellows spend a summer learning state-of-the-art campaign management, grassroots organizing, public policy formulation and leadership skills.
Once you're done, you'll be prepared for leadership positions in campaigns and political movements all across the state. Nunchucks of the mind, you could say.
Wait...Why?
Young people have been left out of the political process. The average age of a Washingtonian is 36-years-old, but out of 147 state legislators, just 16 are under 40. The voice that's missing in Olympia is you.
Until now. PowerCorps takes young people who see the need for change, equips them with the best political tools available, and injects them directly into the political arena.
What are we gonna do?
1. Democratize Democracy. PowerCorps puts democracy back in the hands of "we the people". Fellows come from all corners of Washington and acquire the skills to become effective political leaders.
2. Immediate Impact. Fellows spend the summer designing and implementing field plans that directly support progressive causes in Washington. They select races they care about, making an immediate difference in their communities.
3. Leadership Development. PowerCorps is jet fuel for young leaders. Fellows have the opportunity to meet and learn from leaders and experts from a vast network of organizations. In addition to trainings on public policy and organizing, Fellows gain hands-on experience by running events and managing volunteers.
How do I apply?
The deadline has passed! Thanks to all who applied. Want in for 2010? Check back for application info...
*PowerCorps is inspired by PolitiCorps, courtesy of our Bus Project friends to the south. THANK YOU, smart people!!!
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