Answering the Call engages participants in the personal reflection necessary to understand what kind of leader they can become, and in what ways they can lead through politics. We offer different options that best fit your time and schedule to drive home the main question:

Do I want to engage in politics as my next mission?

"ATC was formative in my decision to transition from the private sector back into public service. It helped me clarify my purpose, understand how I could best put my skills, background, and passions to use, and gave me a community of diverse—but likeminded—compatriots to explore this pivotal decision with.”

"I appreciate how the program focused not on learning a formula to get elected, but on understanding what it would feel like for me, with all my strengths and weaknesses and values and priorities, to run for and then be in office.”

"My path to politics was never clear until I took this course. Now I undoubtedly know that I will be serving my community politically.”

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Staffing Bootcamps

We offer two staffing courses to support those interested in joining a campaign on the ground floor.

Call time Manager

The role of Call Time Manager is a high-impact position on political campaigns. Call Time Managers support candidate’s fundraising efforts by researching potential donors, preparing lists of contacts, managing candidates as they actually make the calls to solicit contributions, and then following up as needed with individual donors. It is an entry-level role ideal for early career individuals who are eager to get campaign experience.

Finance Director

The role of Finance Director is a high-impact position on political campaigns. Finance Directors lead candidates’ fundraising efforts by creating and implementing the finance plan, overseeing and executing each revenue stream, and managing relationships with donors, other campaign staff, and the candidate. It is a training ideal for individuals eager to get campaign experience leading this vertical, who have been hired as campaign managers but don’t have a background in finance, or who are seeking experience in this role.

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foundations

Foundations is for servant leaders (military veterans, AmeriCorps alum, Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, and service professionals) who are clear that they want to serve through politics by running for office. This program grounds participants in their core values and is primarily run in small breakout groups. Participants will draft their public narratives and practice fundraising pitches with skilled campaign advisors providing feedback in the moment and through completed assignments.

Session 1

Welcome and The Road Ahead

Session 2

Inner Clarity & Public Narrative

Session 3

Preparing to Fundraise

Session 4

Cultivating Presence and Servant Leader Q+A

Session 5

Presenting the Public Narrative and Next Steps

"New Politics Academy is the only organization I’ve come across that focuses on preparing leaders to truly serve the public. While others in this space spend time and resources advancing partisan interests, NPA emphasis on the ‘why’ behind my mission has been invaluable for me as I’ve sought ways to continue serving my country through politics.”

"New Politics Academy provided a unique opportunity to dive deeply into my motivation behind running for office. The program inspired me to speak my truth on the campaign trail, and to better represent the needs of my peers and future constituents. It made me a better candidate - bar none.”

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Our Programs At A GLANCE

Answering the call

Answering the Call helps participants reflect on their leadership potential and political engagement.

Staffing Bootcamps

Call Time Manager: Supports campaign fundraising through donor research, call management, and follow-ups. Ideal for beginners.

Foundations

Foundations is designed for servant leaders who have decided to run for office within the next two to five years and require tactical support to prepare for their campaign.