Legislative Priorities without a Gubernatorial Backstop

December 9th from 12PM to 1:30PM

A panel discussion featuring progressive activists from Idaho, Alaska, Wisconsin, & Virgina talking about how they hold their ground -- and even gain ground -- in states with Republican control of both the Legislature & Governor's office.

There is a password to view the recording for this panel. Please contact Kiah Abbey at kabbey@mtvoices.org for the password.

Truly Something Else: The 2020 Election Results & Continuing the Fight against Settler-Colonialism

December 15th from 12PM to 1:30PM

A panel discussion featuring a panel of multi-generational Indigenous activists about how their work has and has not been affected by the 2020 Election.

There is a password to view the recording for this panel. Please contact Kiah Abbey at kabbey@mtvoices.org for the password.

Donor Stewardship for Building Long-Term Power

January 26th from 12PM to 1:30PM

A panel discussion with donors and foundations about funding long-term organizing and the effects of 2020's electoral outcomes on investment in Montana.

Panelists:

  • Al Acker-Lyons, AL Consulting

  • Stacie Anderson, A Better Big Sky

  • Sarah Jaynes, Rural Democracy Initiative

Facilitator: Jacob Foster, Montana Wilderness Association

There is a password to view the recording for this panel. Please contact Kiah Abbey at kabbey@mtvoices.org for the password.

Building Power & Solidarity During Losses

February 9th from 12PM to 1:30PM

A panel discussion about how we can use moments of policy or electoral loss to catalyze engagement AND how we create systems of mutual aid & community care to build the resiliency and solidarity of our movement.

Panelists:

Facilitator: Paxton McCausland, Montana Gender Alliance

There is a password to view the recording for this panel. Please contact Kiah Abbey at kabbey@mtvoices.org for the password.

When Unions Go, the Movement Goes

March 9th from 12PM to 1:30PM

A panel discussion about the consequences for unions and the broader progressive movement when legislative attacks begin to erode workers' right to organize.

Opening Remarks: Liz Shuler, AFL-CIO's Secretary-Treasurer

Facilitator: Rachel Garwin, MT Voices

Panelists:

There is a password to view the recording for this panel. Please contact Kiah Abbey at kabbey@mtvoices.org for the password.

Running Progressive Ballot Measures in Red States

April 13th from 12PM to 1:30PM MST

A panel discussion about how to win progressive policy victories in state's where the electorate often votes for Republican candidates. Our panel will feature leaders with on-the-ground experience in Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arizona especially organizing rural voters and Indigenous voters.

Facilitator: Marsha Donat, BISC

Panelists:

  • Amber England (Oklahoma)

  • Molly Fleming (Missouri)

  • Stephanie Maldonado (Arizona)

Redefining What It Means to Win

May 11th from 12PM to 1:30PM MST

A panel discussion about how we reframe what it means to find success in our programs and campaigns.

Facilitator: Ella Smith, Montana Women Vote

Panelists:

  • Prentiss Haney (Ohio)

  • Emelia Cowans-Taylor (North Carolina)

  • Rose Espinola