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Conservative politicians and special interests are working to undermine progress in Washington and around the country. Young people know the stakes: The facts are on our side, and the urgency is on our side. But big money and right-wing organizing threaten the progressive change we need on issues like education, jobs, health care, reproductive choice, labor rights, clean energy, LGBTQ equality, and immigration.
You haven’t stopped working for change. You have sharpened your vision of a progressive America. You know what is right, and you know we can succeed, if we work together.
Join us on July 25-26, 2012, in Washington DC, for the 8th annual Campus Progress National Conference, as we fight for progress and continue to build our future that demands—and achieves—positive change.
The 2012 Campus Progress National Conference will begin July 25 with a training day for 120 conference attendees. Campus Progress will select and train participants on how to be effective advocates and journalists in their own communities. Participants will learn how to plan issue campaigns, the difference between progressive and political journalism, and how to use social media effectively.issue campaigns, the difference between progressive and political journalism, and how to use social media effectively.
On July 26, Campus Progress will host more than 1,200 young people to advance the fight for change. You will connect with a remarkable group of young leaders from around the country. You will discuss the critical challenges our generation faces and develop the ideas, networks, and innovative programs that will help us overcome obstacles and create a more progressive America.
The Campus Progress National Conference features inspiring speeches, panels, performances, and interactive discussions with leading public officials, experts, activists, journalists, and artists. Past speakers have included President Obama, President Clinton, Nancy Pelosi, John Lewis, Linda Sanchez, Van Jones, Samantha Power, Seymour Hersh, Helen Thomas, Majora Carter, John Oliver, Ryan Gosling, and, of course, Fat Joe.
Stay tuned for updates about speakers, panels, and more. #CPNC12 is our Twitter hashtag.
Apply to attend the conference here.
Do you know of any stellar young people that are working for progressive change in your community? Nominate a participant here.
Launched in 2005, Campus Progress works with and for young people to promote progressive solutions to key political and social challenges. Through programs in activism, journalism, and events, Campus Progress engages a diverse group of young people nationwide, inspires them to embrace progressive values, provides them with essential trainings, and helps them make their voices heard. Learn more at CampusProgress.org.
