DFLI Workgroup Descriptions:

The following describes the various workgroups DFLI is leading. Please review and decide which one aligns most closely with your interests. Complete the survey link within the workgroup that interests you and one of the workgroup leaders will contact you.

We recognize that not everyone has the time or inclination to commit to participating in a workgroup, which has a higher commitment of time expectation, However, there will be plenty of activities that individuals can participate in especially as the weather turns nicer and the November elections approaches. We encourage you to participate in ways and at the level that suits your life now.

Advocacy & Activism: This group focuses on the various ways to advocate and become an activist for issues, legislation, nominations, candidates and other important topics. Activities may include phone calling, letter writing, in person advocacy, rallies, research and tracking candidates and elected politicians. Survey Link (Within Advocacy is a subgroup focused on Clean Water and Climate and another one Healthcare. If interested in this complete this survey).

Communications and Social Media: This group focuses on shaping the narrative and communicating effectively to inform, educate and persuade people to vote for candidates in local, state and national elections – and advocate for key issues particularly outside of our “echo chambers”. The group uses social media, traditional media and all other relevant channels to disseminate and amplify messages, with priority given to broadening to a younger audience. Survey Link

Voter Engagement and Registration: This workgroup is focused on registering voters who will more likely vote for pro-democrat candidates. We will use a variety of methods including canvassing, in person events, relational organizing/deep canvassing, texting, school based programs,
clubs, etc. Our work will be driven by information and best practices from our data and analytics workgroup. Survey Link

Data and Analytics: This workgroup will develop and apply skills, knowledge, and competencies — including data analysis, mapping and interpretation—to understand voting trends, patterns, and results, and to enhance the effectiveness of all DFLI efforts. Survey Link

Grassroots Collaboration: This group will explore the potential and value of working collaboratively in various ways. We’ll explore how to better coordinate activities to maximize participation, minimize redundancy and enhance our impact by providing more opportunities for the growing number of volunteers to take action to defend Democracy. Survey Link