Camp CONGRESS FOR GIRLS PORTLAND 2020 IS A LEADERSHIP PROGRAM THAT
INTRODUCES GIRLS AGES 8 TO 17 TO POLITICS. Camp begins with a lesson
on the structure of our political system. Each girl will choose to run
for a seat in the US House of Representatives, the US Senate or for
the presidency. She will create her own campaign with a platform,
campaign finance plan, and a political ad. All campers will register
to vote and then vote in an election. Once elected to CONGRESS AND
SWORN IN, the newly installed members of CONGRESS WILL LEARN HOW TO
INTRODUCE A BILL, debate the merits of the bill, lobby fellow
legislators, collaborate with the Executive branch and finally vote on
the proposed bill. Camp will culminate with a ceremonial signing of
the bill by our Ms. President. All participants will receive
Certificate of Completion.The camp day runs from 8am to 3pm. The camp
fee includes all program materials and lunch. For additional
information contact us at +1 (202) 660-1457 ext 2,via email at
info@girlsinpolitics.org or visit our website at
www.girlsinpolitics.org.
ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
IS THE REGISTRATION FEE REFUNDABLE? The registration fee is
non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a
participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on
file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit
does not expire.
IS LUNCH PROVIDED? Lunch is provided as are snacks. Snacks include
fresh apples, bananas and granola bars. Water will be served with
lunch and available throughout the day. No sodas or juice will be
served. Breakfast is not served.
ARE ACCOMMODATIONS MADE FOR ALLERGIES OR DIETARY RESTRICTIONS? A
vegetarian lunch option will be provided, no pork will be served. No
nuts are allowed in the meeting room. Participants with other dietary
restrictions or allergies should bring lunch and snacks if necessary.
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE? Participants are encouraged to wear
comfortable clothing. Each participant will receive a GIP logo t-shirt
that may be worn during the session. We carry sizes youth medium
through adult medium.
DO PARENTS ATTEND? The sessions are drop-off sessions and
parents/chaperones are welcome to wait in hotel lobby or any of the
lounge areas of the hotel.
IS THIS A PARTISAN PROGRAM OR SUPPORTED BY A POLITICAL PARTY? No, the
Girls in Politics Initiative is a private independent company that is
self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The
curriculum is civic education.
IS FINANCIAL AVAILABLE? Financial aid is available on a first come,
first serve basis. Email info@girlsinpolitics.com for all financial
aid inquiries.
WHO ARE THE INSTRUCTORS? Our Lead Instructors are women that
currently or have previously worked in government or electoral
politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed
teachers. Our instructors and support staff have criminal background
checks and WWC cards.
Watch the GIRLS IN POLITICS INITIATIVE™ on Now This
News https://nowthisnews.com/videos/her/camp-congress-encourages-young-girls-to-run-for-office
[https://nowthisnews.com/videos/her/camp-congress-encourages-young-girls-to-run-for-office]
Watch the GIRLS IN POLITICS INITIATIVE™ on MSNBC’s Melissa
Harris-Perry Show. “Camp empowers young GIRLS TO RUN FOR
OFFICE” http://www.nbcnews.com/video/mhp/52698319
[http://www.nbcnews.com/video/mhp/52698319]
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