What to Expect: These sessions and all Borgen Project meetings are done via video conferencing. Please ensure that you are in a quiet place, with no disturbances and dressed professionally. In most cases, you won’t have to talk but you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. Check back regularly for the latest meetings and training sessions.
AUGUST
What: Lobbying 101 Q&A
When: Monday, August 16th @ 9 AM PT
Where: https://zoom.us/j/93747020315?pwd=WFhHSmJ0WXNIRnFGYWdIdVZvb2Mvdz09
Passcode: 426709
Who: This Q&A session is open to all team members.
Inside Scoop: The Policy team will share their tips and tricks for lobbying. The focus of this training is to help volunteers and interns feel more confident and prepared for doing grassroots lobby meetings with their local Congressional offices.
What: Media Outreach 101
When: Tuesday, August 17th @ 8:00 AM PT
Where: Zoom PIN: 350-985-3746
Passcode: 386928 (if required)
Who: This training session is only open to the Media Outreach team members from the PR/Marketing department and the Nonprofit Leadership Team members.
Inside Scoop: Learn more about the importance of your role within the Media Outreach team. In our book, there’s no dumb question, so come prepared and make the most out of the session.
What: Fundraising 101 Q&A
When: Thursday, August 19th @ 9 AM PT
Where: https://zoom.us/j/95519981170?pwd=ZEhhVXU0ZnlEbXF0ZlE3emZXL2F4Zz09
Passcode: 426709
Who: Recommended for all team members.
Inside Scoop: Need fundraising help? Hear from our donor relations department and past team members who raised great numbers during the program. Come prepared with questions and make the most out of this opportunity.
What: Fireside Chats
When: Wednesday, August 25th @ 11 AM PT
Where: https://zoom.us/j/95066274765?pwd=U3orN25zZ245MW1hakVjV1F1WmFZQT09
Passcode: 426709
Who: This session is open to all team members.
Inside Scoop: Join Borgen Project staff for organization updates, guest speakers, extra training, and more.
2021 Federal Holidays
| Date | Holiday |
| January 1, 2021 | New Year’s Day |
| January 18, 2021 | Martin Luther King Day |
| February 15, 2021 | Presidents’ Day* |
| May 31, 2021 | Memorial Day |
| July 4, 2021 | Independence Day |
| July 5, 2021 | Independence Day (observed) |
| September 6, 2021 | Labor Day |
| October 11, 2021 | Columbus Day |
| November 11, 2021 | Veterans Day |
| November 25, 2021 | Thanksgiving Day |
| December 24, 2021 | Christmas Day (observed) |
| December 25, 2021 | Christmas Day |
| December 31, 2021 | New Year’s Day (observed) |