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SUMMARY:KWN Boyle Branch Meeting - June 9
DESCRIPTION:Boyle County Homeless Coalition Update \non \nTuesday\, June 9 at 7 pm \nSpeakers from the Homeless Coalition Board: \nJenn Gander\, PhD\, Centre College Director of Undergraduate Research  \nDavid Toth\, PhD\, Centre Professor of Computer Science & Data Science
URL:https://kywomensnetwork.com/event/kwn-boyle-branch-meeting-june-9/
LOCATION:Inter-County Energy Coop Community Room\, 1009 Hustonville Rd\, Danville\, Kentucky
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SUMMARY:KWN Fayette Branch Meeting - June 16
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky Politics & Journalism \nYou don’t want to miss our June 16th meeting when Al Cross will be joining us to discuss Kentucky Primary results\, other candidate announcements\, and issues facing Democrats and progressives today. He will also talk about the current state of journalism and where people are getting their news. He will be happy to answer questions and give you his informed opinions. Al is a retired professor emeritus of journalism at the University of Kentucky School of Journalism. He was the longest-serving political writer for the Louisville Courier Journal (1989-2004) and national president of the Society of Professional Journalists in 2001-02. He was inducted into the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame in 2010. He is often a commentator on KET\, and you can read his articles in the Kentucky Lantern. \nIn addition\, Blair Haydon\, executive director of Emerge Kentucky\, will update us on how this organization recruits\, trains\, and provides a network for Democratic women who want to run for office. Also\, Tina Bryson will speak briefly about her candidacy for 6th District City Council. \n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, June 16\, 6:30 pm \n\n\nWhere: Lexington Unitarian Universalist Church\, 3564 Clays Mill Road \n\n\nFlip the 6th \nKentucky’s 6th Congressional District is one of the most competitive and consequential in the country this cycle. We have a strong nominee in Zach Dembo\, and on Tuesday\, June 9th\, Gov. Andy Beshear will be in Lexington to publicly endorse Zach’s campaign. You’re invited to show your support. The event is at the Burl\, Lexington Distillery District\, 378 Thompson Road from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. RSVP at \nhttps://forms.gle/MauvFNnGgMnDkTaK9. \nNo Kings: Rise Up\, Sing Out \nOn June 14\, Rise Up\, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment will be live-streamed at the Lyric Theatre\, 300 East Third Street\, from 7-9:00 pm. Hosted by the Committee for the First Amendment (CFA)\, this 90-minute concert will feature an all-star lineup including Jane Fonda\, Patti Smith\, Bette Midler\, Rufus Wainwright\, Joy Reid\, Wilson Cruz\, Broadway Inspirational Voices\, and more. Sign up to attend at https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/965165/. \nUpcoming KWN Meetings: June 16\, July 21\, August 18\, September 15\, October 20\, and November 17 (Social); no meeting in December. We invite you to bring friends to our meetings. Click here for more information about the Fayette Branch
URL:https://kywomensnetwork.com/event/kwn-fayette-branch-meeting-june-16/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church Lexington\, 3564 Clays Mill Road\, Lexington\, 40503\, United States
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SUMMARY:KWN NKY Volunteerpalooza 2026
DESCRIPTION:General Information: \nJune 20\, 2026\nErlanger Branch Library\n401 Kenton Lands Road\, Erlanger\, KY \nKWN\, NKY is not here to run your campaign. We are here to support campaigns and communities by connecting candidates\, experienced volunteers\, and new volunteers with the training and tools they need to win\, from school board to U.S. Senate\, in 2026 and every year after. \nOur goal is to: \n\nHelp citizens understand the process and every office on the ballot.\nBuild organized\, effective campaign teams.\nImprove the lives of our communities by winning races up and down the ballot.\n\nWho we need \n\nTrainers/mentors: People experienced in any of the areas below who are willing to teach\, mentor\, and try new approaches.\nVolunteers/learners: People ready to be trained\, follow campaign direction\, and help candidates win.\n\nAreas where we need trainers and volunteers \n\nPrecinct team organizing\nResearch on opponents’ records and issues\nFundraising events\nSocial media\nPublic speaking support\nStump speech and elevator pitch support\nOutreach to organizations for endorsements\nOrdering union‑made campaign materials\nCampaign finance (KREF)\nGraphic design\nVoteBuilder and MiniVAN\nTexting\nDoor knocking (always in teams)\nPhone calls and voter issue ID\nYard sign delivery and post‑campaign removal\nWorking closely with campaign managers and candidates\n\nWe especially welcome experienced people who are ready to do things differently. This is a new time\, and we need new habits and structures so that we are not just busy—but effective and winning races at every level year after year. Trainers/mentors will work with KWN to develop tools\, schedule sessions\, and stay in regular contact with teams. \nIf you have experience in any of these areas\, political or not\, please contact us as soon as possible so we can plan your training sessions. We will help secure venues and offer multiple times to reach as many civic‑minded Kentuckians as possible. \nIf you are new to this work\, welcome. We are grateful you are stepping up to help change Kentucky’s trajectory. If you see a need or role we have not listed\, let us know—there are many pieces to winning elections\, and we want your ideas. \nSpecifics: June 20 Volunteerpalooza\nCandidates from all three NKY counties and Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Charles Booker are invited to attend. \nCandidates: \n\nPlease attend with your campaign manager and key team members.\nBring a simple list of your volunteer needs\, your contact info\, and space to collect volunteers’ info and skills.\nLet volunteers know what they can do immediately and what they can do once trained.\n\nTrainers/mentors: \n\nPartner with KWN to create training tools.\nSchedule and lead training sessions.\nShare your phone and email so volunteers know how to reach you.\nCheck in at least weekly with your teams to track progress and offer support.\n\nVolunteers: \n\nAttend the June 20 meeting; if you cannot attend\, contact Deb so we can plug you in.\nLet Deb know whether you want to serve as a trainer/mentor or as a volunteer.\nBring your dedication\, skills\, and passion for democracy.\nSign up to help as many candidates as you can—every race needs people power.\n\nFor questions or to sign up as a trainer\, mentor\, or volunteer\, contact:\nDeb Flowers\nCall or text: 859‑444‑2317\nEmail: Deb.Ison.Flowers@gmail.com \nIn solidarity for democracy\,\nDeb Flowers
URL:https://kywomensnetwork.com/event/kwn-nky-volunteerpalooza-2026/
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