Posted June 11, 2018 | by KimS | in DemDaily, Resource

DemDaily: Netroots Nation!

June 11, 2018

One of the coolest events of the year is Netroots Nation -- the country's largest annual gathering for progressives, to be held this year in New Orleans on August 2-4th - and through DemList you get a discount!

Now in its 12th year, the event draws a crowd of 3,000+ activists and organizers, advocacy organizations, unions, media makers and consultants for three days of networking, education and inspiration

Speakers in the past have included Barack Obama, Al Gore, Elizabeth Warren, Nancy Pelosi, Van Jones, Dolores Huerta, Tom Steyer and more. Get Updates as they are announced.

90 Engaging Panels * 70 Hands-On Trainings * Keynotes & National Leaders * Progressive Film Series * Caucuses, Social Events and more!

What: Netroots Nation
When: Thursday, August 2, 2018
to Saturday, August 4, 2018
Where: New Orleans Ernest N. Morial
Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd

New Orleans, Louisiana 70130

Agenda

The agenda includes 90 panels on every major progressive issue - from current battles to long-term movement strategy, with a diverse slate of panelists, 67% of whom are people of color, 63% women, and 25% who identify as LGBTQ.

Sessions range from the upcoming midterms, to campaign strategy and cutting-edge tools and tactics, to how progressives are moving forward on issues from climate change, healthcare, gun violence and economic justice.

Sessions will also focus on the Big Picture of looking beyond today's news cycle to investing in a New American Majority philosophy that can help us win in 2018 and beyond.

The 70 trainings include digital techniques and technology, communications, fundraising, campaigns, grassroots and online organizing - for all skill levels, to help you take it to the next level.