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Forward Party of Nevada

Nevada Forward Party Orientation

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Today’s Objectives

  • Effectively communicate the Nevada Forward Party’s mission, values and priorities during the presentation.

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  • Encourage attendees to choose their desired level of engagement with the party.

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Agenda

  • Introductions & Icebreaker
  • Nevada Forward Party Overview
  • Yes On 3
  • Small Group Discussion
  • Choose Your Role
  • Opportunities for Involvement
  • Q&A

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2023 Timeline

  • May
    • Set up recurring volunteer orientations, socials, and training sessions
  • June
    • Begin forming the first 3 teams
    • Team forming through socials and minor events/projects
    • Voter Registration Target: 1,000
  • July
    • Complete formation of first 3 teams
    • Begin forming teams 4-6
    • Host recurring voter registration events with first 3 teams
    • Voter Registration Target: 2,000; Total: 3,000
  • August
    • Complete formation of teams 4-6
    • Begin forming teams 7-8
    • Continue hosting voter registration events with teams 1-6
    • Voter Registration Target: 4,000; Total: 7,000

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2023 Timeline

  • September
    • Complete formation of teams 7-8
    • Begin forming teams 9-10+
    • Continue hosting voter registration events with teams 1-8
    • Voter Registration Target: 4,000; Total: 11,000
  • October
    • Complete formation of all 10+ teams
    • Continue hosting voter registration events
    • Voter Registration Target: 5,000; Total: 16,000
  • November
    • Host large-scale voter registration events and coordinate efforts across all 10 teams
    • Voter Registration Target: 5,000; Total: 21,000
  • December
    • Evaluate progress and adapt strategy as needed

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Icebreaker: If I Were President

Instructions:

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  1. Reflect: Think about a policy you would implement if you were president for a day. Consider its impact and importance�
  2. Share: Briefly explain your chosen policy (1-2 minutes)�
  3. Listen & Engage: Actively listen to others. Be respectful in dialogue. Ask questions or share thoughts if time permits

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Icebreaker: Rose, Thorn, Bud

  1. Share a "rose" (something positive), a "thorn" (something negative), and a "bud" (something you’re looking forward to) related to politics or Nevada.�
  2. Take 3 minutes to decide. �
  3. Write answers on the chat or share as a group.

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Icebreaker: Would You Rather

  • Would you rather have the power to instantly implement one policy of your choice or the ability to inspire any 10 people to join your cause?
  • Would you rather live in a world without political parties or a world with several strong parties?
  • Would you rather be responsible for writing a new constitution or leading a major political movement?
  • Would you rather have the ability to fact-check politicians in real-time or mute them when they go off-topic?
  • Would you rather have your favorite politician or personal hero follow you on social media or receive a personalized letter from them?

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Mission: We are building a viable, credible, durable new party for America [that puts power back in the hands of the American people instead of centralizing it in our party structure]

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What is the Forward Party?

Paradigm Shift�

The Forward (PPP) Approach:

  • National sets Principles
  • State Parties set Priorities
  • Candidates take positions on Policies
  • Voters choose the policies via a primary candidate who best represents them

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Ideological Inclusivity Vs Rejecting Extremism:

  • We are not for everyone, but we welcome broad ideologies.

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[Insert Graphics]

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What is the Forward Party?

Principles:

  • Free People
  • Thriving Communities
  • Vibrant Democracy�
  • [INSERT VISUALS]
  • [Share Personal Stories]

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Nevada Forward Party Objectives

  1. Obtain ballot access as a minor party in Nevada�
  2. Increase youth voter participation through civic engagement�
  3. Become a bridge between legislators and voters�

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Yes On 3

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[Insert Yes On 3 explainer and visuals]

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RCV Poll

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Small Group Discussion: Hopes & Fears

  1. What are your Hopes and Fears about the Nevada Forward Party?�
  2. Spend 4 minutes writing your answers for each one.�
  3. One by one, share your hopes and fears with the rest of the group.�
  4. Have a discussion about how to reduce or remove fears.

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Do

Discuss

Decide

Follower

Stay informed��Engage on social media

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Register as a Forwardist

Share news and events with friends��Discuss party policy with peers

Personal level of engagement��Issues to focus on when supporting the party

Supporter

Attend occasional events or meetings

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Engage with party on social media

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Register as a Forwardist

Engage in policy discussions

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Identify areas for growth and improvement

Level of public advocacy to recruit new members

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Issues to focus on when advocating for the party

Volunteer

Help organize and execute events��Coordinate with other volunteers and supporters��Represent party at events

Engage with supporters and the community

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Share experiences and best practices

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Discuss challenges faced during events

Time commitment ��Specific roles and responsibilities��Approaches to address challenges

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Opportunities for Involvement

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[INSERT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES LINKS]

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Donate

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Summary

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Summarize Main Points

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Q&A & Closing

  • Next Steps
    • Select a Role
    • Register as a Forwardist

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  • Questions? �
  • Give us feedback! Take 1 minute to fill out simple survey.
  • [INSERT SURVEY LINK]

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Register to become a Forwardist!

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Thank you!