Intro to the Legislative Process

This training is perfect for anyone who is new to advocating for legislation or any veteran grassroots lobbyist looking for a refresher on how laws are made in the Garden State. Our trainers will provide an overview of the structure and powers of the New Jersey Legislature, explain how bills advance through each chamber, teach you how to research and track legislation, and let you know how you can start lobbying with the League.

Voter Registration

The first step towards increasing voter turnout is registering voters.

Join this training to learn the ins and outs of setting up voter registration events, best practices for capturing data for GOTV follow-up, and the most common questions that new voters will have for you.

Protests and Rallies: Know Your Rights

Activism happens at the ballot box, in the State House, and in the streets.

Join us and ACLU-NJ for this informative and critical training to help ensure you know your rights as a protestor.  

Deep Canvassing

Looking to take your voter outreach to the next level? Join us for a discussion on the most impactful form of voter outreach – canvassing. In 2025, the League is partnering on an ambitious nonpartisan campaign to reach 1 million voters ahead of the November general election. Join us to learn how you can get involved in the campaign and sharpen your canvassing skills.

Understanding the State Budget Process

Each year the Executive and Legislative Branches work together to approve a new state budget and determine how the state’s resources will be allocated. This process is complex and can be difficult to follow. During this training experts will walk you through how government agencies and the Office of Management and Budget collaborate to determine policy and program priorities, review important fiscal deadlines, and help you understand the ins-and-outs of this important government exercise.

Municipal Resolutions & Ordinances

Looking for ways to make a difference in your community? Municipal resolutions are a tool that activists can use to show support for larger policy changes.

In this training, we will discuss what legislation looks like at the local level, what municipal resolutions are, and how you can use these tools to build support for grassroots organizing campaigns. Participants will be encouraged to get to work right away by passing resolutions in support of the Climate Superfund Act!

Running for Office

Are you interested in running for office but not sure where to get started? Local elected officials have a major impact on their communities, and you can make a difference.

Join us for a nonpartisan discussion about who can run for office, what offices you can run for, and why running for office might be the right fit for you. We will also discuss ways to influence campaigns and public policy.