What Would Alice Paul Do?

By Melissa Currence and Amy Hjerstedt

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What's What Would Alice Paul Do? about?

You're inspired to do greatness! And we're inspired by you! This podcast demystifies what it means to be in League of Women Voters today. We are volunteers with the League of Women Voters, a citizens’ organization that has fought since 1920 to improve our government and engage all citizens in the decisions that impact their lives. We share stories, tips and how-tos to make sure you are informed and can activity participate in government. Continue the conversation at www.alicepaulpodcast.com.

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What Would Alice Paul Do? episodes:

07.07.2019
Turn Your Conversations into Dollars
In this episode, we are finishing up our five-part series by talking about fundraising. And groups like the League of Women Voters need more dollars to make an impact. We walk you through how to make an ask and fund...
05.06.2019
Episode 26: Connect Like A Community Organizer in 7 Steps
At the heart of community organizing is relationship building and inviting people to join the movement. In this episode, we give you the 7 steps to have one-on-one conversations like a community organizer. With these steps, you’ll be able to...
03.24.2019
Episode 25: Use Your Narrative to Change the World
In this episode of the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast, we’re continuing our five-part activist series and talking about what a narrative is, when it is used, and how you can craft your own.
01.14.2019
Episode 24: Crafting Your Story as an Activist
In episode 24 of the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast, we’re focusing on how you can craft your most effective story as an activist. This is part 2 of our five-part hands-on series on increasing your effectiveness in activism....
12.24.2018
Episode 23: Connecting People, Passion, Purpose
In episode 23, we’re talking about passion, purpose and people and what that means in the League. And we have an activist tip to share.
11.26.2018
Episode 22: 2018 Midterm Recap and Reflection
In episode 22 of the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast, we are talking about big wins from the 2018 Election and for an Activist Tip, we talk about #GivingTuesday campaigns.
09.24.2018
Episode 21: Krysta Jones 'Get Out of Your Comfort Zone'
In this episode, we interview Krysta Jones, an exceptional leader who develops other African-American women to lead their communities. Jones spearheads initiatives that focus on diversifying leadership. And In this episode we ask you to take on a new challenge...
09.02.2018
Episode 20: Using Strategy to Mobilize Your Grassroots Organization
In episode 20, we’re talking about strategy! League of Women Voters’ board and committee retreats are happening now. We want to make sure you have the tools you need to make the next year impactful.
07.26.2018
Episode 19: Your Questions and Convention Reflections
In this episode, we’re taking your questions and reflecting on our experience at the League of Women Voters' 2018 National Convention in Chicago. We also have an Activist Action Alert.
07.07.2018
Episode 18: Young Leader in Her Own Words
In episode 18, we talk with Pooja Tanjore, an emerging civic leader, Rise to Run volunteer and soon-to-be high school senior. Join us as we discuss the power of grassroots movements and importance in engaging young women in leadership.
05.28.2018
Episode 17: Creating Women-Centered Spaces in Politics
In episode 17, we discuss the value of equity and inclusion and the power of creating women-centered spaces in politics. We are again joined by Jessica Rohloff, justice advocate and board member of the League of Women Voters of the...
05.24.2018
Episode 16: Run for Office, Girl
In episode 16, we take you on a crash course on how to run for public office. We are joined by Jessica Rohloff, justice advocate and board member of the League of Women Voters of the United States, who shares her experience of being...
04.10.2018
Episode 15: How to Run a Highly Effective High School Voter Registration Program
In episode 15, we talk about how to run a highly effective high school voter registration drive, and we share three activist alerts.
03.21.2018
Episode 14: Reflections on Recent Activism
In episode 14, we’re reflecting on some of the activist work we’ve seen and how you can bring some of the tactics into your work. We also share an activist alert.
01.13.2018
Episode 13: Make Town Halls Count
In episode 13, we breakdown town halls. These moments don't last long, so we talk about stradgies that will make a lasting impact.
01.08.2018
Episode 12: Lessons from New Members
Happy 2018! In our special episode 12, we interview two new League of Women Voters members on why they selected this legendary civic organization to make a difference in their community.
12.18.2017
Episode 11: Using Online Tools To Your Advantage
In episode 11, we talk about online tools that connect, energize and mobilize your volunteers and supporters.
12.11.2017
Episode 10: League of Women Voters' Transformational Journey
In episode 10, we recap the 2017 election, share updates from the League of Women Voters' transformational journey, and urge action on the We the People Democracy Reform Act (SB 1880).
10.30.2017
Episode 9: Get Ready to Take Local Action
League Lingo Moment What is Local Action? When you can speak "for the League" Deeds Not Words - Local Action Find out more about the Campaign to Make Democracy Work approved at 2016 convention Start Your Local Advocacy efforts with these toolkits Redistricting Action Kit Money In...
09.23.2017
Episode 8: A Deep Dive into Voter Registration Drives
In episode 8 of the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast, we go in-depth about running voter registration projects and the importance of National Voter Registration Day, and we share an activist alert. Book Recommendations What We Do Now? Standing up For Your Values...
08.23.2017
Episode 7: League Lingo Explained
In episode 7, we smash through the League of Women Voters terms so you are in the know and fully participate in League activities and leadership! We also share an activist alert. DEEDS NOT WORDS SEGMENT - LWV LINGO EXPLAINED What is...
07.28.2017
Episode 6: Fundraising for Your Cause Part 2
In this supersized episode, we talk about raising funds for your League of Women Voters projects, specifically, the how-tos of how to make it rain money! We also have a special guest, LWVUS Board member, Kim Lauth. Check out episode 5...
07.05.2017
Episode 5: Fundraising for Your Cause Part 1
In Episode 5, we discuss fundraising in the League of Women Voters in this first part of a two-part series, and we share an activist alert and a book recommendation. League Lingo Moment What is LWV Council? Two representatives from each state League were...
06.15.2017
Episode 4: Engaging New Volunteers
Examples of Negative Experience of New Volunteers • Bad emails • No communication • Not asking why they joined and what motivates them • Not inviting them to join with volunteer opportunities • Not defining volunteer role • No connections to other volunteers Tips to Remember: This Maya Angelou quote is good...
05.26.2017
Episode 3: The Value of Nonpartisanship in a Polarizing World
In episode 3, we talk about the value of nonpartisanship in a polarizing world and take a listener question. Deeds Not Words Segment: Nonpartisanship at the League of Women Voters The beginnings of the League of Women Voters as a women’s voting...
05.06.2017
Episode 2: Real Stories of Leadership Development
We're excited for our second episode of the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast! The response to our show has been overwhelming. Thank you for supporting our project! This is episode we share personal stories of leadership development in the...
04.23.2017
Episode 1: Lobbying versus Advocacy
League of Women Voters volunteers Melissa Currence and Amy Hjerstedt host the What Would Alice Paul Do? Podcast. In this episode, we talk about the difference between advocacy and lobbying. See the Public Policy Positions of the League...

What's What Would Alice Paul Do? about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

What Would Alice Paul Do? episodes:

Turn Your Conversations into Dollars

Episode 26: Connect Like A Community Organizer in 7 Steps

Episode 25: Use Your Narrative to Change the World

Episode 24: Crafting Your Story as an Activist

Episode 23: Connecting People, Passion, Purpose

Episode 22: 2018 Midterm Recap and Reflection

Episode 21: Krysta Jones 'Get Out of Your Comfort Zone'

Episode 20: Using Strategy to Mobilize Your Grassroots Organization

Episode 19: Your Questions and Convention Reflections

Episode 18: Young Leader in Her Own Words

Episode 17: Creating Women-Centered Spaces in Politics

Episode 16: Run for Office, Girl

Episode 15: How to Run a Highly Effective High School Voter Registration Program

Episode 14: Reflections on Recent Activism

Episode 13: Make Town Halls Count

Episode 12: Lessons from New Members

Episode 11: Using Online Tools To Your Advantage

Episode 10: League of Women Voters' Transformational Journey

Episode 9: Get Ready to Take Local Action

Episode 8: A Deep Dive into Voter Registration Drives

Episode 7: League Lingo Explained

Episode 6: Fundraising for Your Cause Part 2

Episode 5: Fundraising for Your Cause Part 1

Episode 4: Engaging New Volunteers

Episode 3: The Value of Nonpartisanship in a Polarizing World

Episode 2: Real Stories of Leadership Development

Episode 1: Lobbying versus Advocacy