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For the New Leaders Program, CPL Ohio identifies and recruits talented, diverse youth who are interested in careers working toward political and policy change. CPL provides intensive leadership and skills training, as well as mentorship and networking opportunities over the course of the program.
Program Summary
Please note: The 2010 application has now closed and the class has been chosen. The following information is subject to change for future classes, but can give you an idea of how the program works.
Who Should Apply
The Ohio NLP is built for 20-30 year olds who, in general, have 0-2 years professional experience working on progressive political and policy change, but who are considering a career in this field. We will accept both individuals who have and have not finished school. Our focus is on a group of participants who have similar levels of maturity and life experience, so if you don’t fit into the age range and are still interested, let us know. We look at each applicant individually, so if you are interested and want to see if you’re a fit, please contact us.
This program is a leadership and professional development opportunity to learn skills, concepts, and ideas that can lead you to be a more effective leader. We have a strong focus on diversity, and encourage people of color, GLBTQ folks, and women, amongst many others, to apply.
Our program is particularly targeted toward young people who are interested in learning about systemic change, and are interested in doing systemic social justice work for the long haul. The Ohio NLP is also a great place for young leaders who have focused primarily on social service and are interested in learning about how systemic political and policy work can be an important avenue to affect change that hits at the root causes of poverty, homelessness, joblessness, and more. Past New Leaders have worked for elected officials, unions, and non-profit organizations and had volunteer experience for issue-based and/or candidate campaigns as well as campus and community organizing.
In 2010, we are expanding the program, and plan for 20-25 diverse participants from across the state.
Program Components
- Training (mandatory) – 3 2-day workshops
- Mentoring (optional) – 2-3 one-hour sessions, participants will fill out form as part of pre-program survey and be paired within first month if interested
- Peer Coaching (mandatory) – 4 one-hour sessions with peer in program
- Faculty Coaching (mandatory) – minimum of 2 1-on-1 coaching sessions and 1 group coaching session
- Project-based Work (mandatory) – 360 Degree Review and Personal Political Leadership Plan (PPLP)
- Networking events (optional) – opportunities to meet other Ohio progressives, including CPL participants and alumni
Training/Curriculum Focus
- Core Leadership Skills – time management, networking, fundraising, and collaboration
- System and Power Analysis – including power and privilege and state’s political landscape
- Progressive Values and Messaging
- Personal Strategic Planning
- Practicing leadership skills learned – fundraising, messaging, power mapping, etc.
Timeline
- Ohio Application Deadline – May 2nd
- Interviews – Rolling as applications are completed, finished by May 21st
- Program Components – June-September
Program Dates and Locations
- June 12-13 (Cincinnati)
- July 31-August 1 (location TBD)
- September 11-12 (location TBD)
Cost
$100, with scholarships available. CPL Ohio pays for food, as well as space, coaching, and training costs. New Leaders are responsible for travel and housing during workshops. Payment plans are available to spread out what we feel is a very affordable cost. CPL Ohio feels strongly that finances should not be a barrier to involvement, while also working to cover the costs of our non-profit work.
*Please note: The 2010 application has now closed and the class has been chosen. Updated program information and photos will be available later this year.
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