In just the past six years, New Media has gone from a little known field to a core department in almost every organization and campaign. Despite this growth, capacity lags far behind, and demand for qualified online organizers far outpaces the supply.
New Media BootCamp is a core NOI program. Since 2006, more than 200 organizers have been trained through New Media BootCamp. These organizers have gone on to fill roles as New Media Directors in campaigns and organizations around the country, and many now lead some of the most important progressive efforts in America.
Beginning with LGBT BootCamp in September, 2010, we expanded New Media BootCamp to address the needs of specific, underrepresented communities, including LGBT, black, immigrant, and Labor groups. As we expand our offerings, we also strive to build diversity in New Media and support organizations and organizers working in communities that are disproportionately impacted by economic and political disenfranchisement.
by Melissa RyanOct 28, 2011
This year, conservative lawmakers and corporate interests have worked to strip workers of their right to organize for a better wage and a brighter future in those states. But they won't stop there. A strong union workforce protects all of us. As workers come under attack, it's critical that unions have the best tools to fight back. That's why we're proud to announce Labor New Media BootCamp, December 4-10.
New Media BootCamp is recognized as the top training program for digital organizers in the country. This immersive, weeklong program trains organizers in all the skills they'll need to take on a leadership role in new media. BootCamp takes place April 28-May 5 in Washington,
