What is the first and best way to get involved in local politics in Philadelphia? Running for a commiteeperson seat in your ward. 

The past year has seen an explosion of interest among young-ish people in grassroots political organizing, and this event aspires to point some of that energy at the smallest, most winnable elections that matter: the 2018 committeeperson races.

Ward committee people are the political block captains of the local Democratic and Republican parties. Committeepeople represent their immediate neighborhoods--think two or three square blocks--and are elected every four years. The next ward committee election is May 2018. 

Attendees will learn about why ward organizations still matter, some practical tips for planning and winning a scrappy local campaign, and how to do the job well and make a difference in your community after you win, 

Presenters include:

Dave Davies (WHYY)
Jen Devor, (36th Ward Committeeperson)
Felicia Harris, (Influencing Action Movement)
Anthony Bellmon (61st Ward Committeeperson, Millennials in Action)
Ted Smith (44th Ward Committeeperson, Millennials in Action)