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IAM Union political activists from across North America gathered this week at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center for the IAM Political Education Seminar, a weeklong training focused on strengthening political action, legislative advocacy, member mobilization and worker power.
Throughout the week, participants received hands-on training on lobbying elected officials, organizing political campaigns, using data and research in advocacy efforts, rapid response communications, digital activism, and preparing union members to run for public office.
The seminar also emphasized the connection between organizing and political engagement, equipping activists with tools to better advocate for working families and pro-worker legislation at the local, state, and federal levels.
Facilitators and speakers included staff from IAM Political and Legislative, Organizing, Communications, Rapid Response and Mobilization, Strategic Resources, and allied organizations like the AFL-CIO and Alliance for Retired Americans.
The seminar concluded with participants receiving certificates of completion after a week dedicated to strengthening the IAM’s political and legislative activism nationwide.
