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For New Activists

RESULTS training was great because it broke it all down into easy steps. We learned we can do such simple things, like writing letters and calling editors and members of Congress. It helps you realize that literally anyone can do this. 

— Bethany Weller

Partners learning

None of the great social movements of our time occurred until the political will was great enough to demand a shift in public policy. The civil rights movement in the 1960s and the women’s suffrage movement are examples of the power of political will being generated by active citizens. Yet many of us today feel powerless to make a difference. Voting statistics show that by and large only about 50 percent of Americans vote in presidential elections and even less, around 38 percent, vote in elections for the Senate and House of Representatives.

RESULTS has devised methods of training, coaching, and supporting individuals to overcome resignation about their ability to make a difference, to powerfully voice their opinions to their elected representatives, and to work strategically with others in local chapters to build public support for ending hunger. Our volunteers get trained on the issues, meet with members of Congress in face-to-face meetings, talk with congressional staff, write letters to their representatives, and write and publish letters to the editor and op-ed pieces in local papers. They hold public forums and work with the media to generate editorials that educate the public and elected officials about the importance of these issues and solutions that work. Watch our "Everyday Heroes" Informational Video to see RESULTS volunteers talk about their experiences.

Learn the Basics about RESULTS: who we are and how we work!

Introductory Calls. RESULTS welcomes you as you consider advocating for the end of poverty! If you want to change the poverty equation in the world, but don't know to do it, we can train you. Interesting in hearing more about RESULTS? Try one of our 30-minute introductory ("meet and greet") calls. See the latest Introductory Call and New Activist Orientation schedules. Also, see our What is RESULTS? and Advocacy 101 PowerPoints. 

Below are audio recordings of our Basics Training -- the perfect starting point for new activists.

Learn the RESULTS Core Values

  1. Individual Transformation
  2. Ongoing Learning
  3. Taking Action
  4. Powerful Relationships and Community
  5. Empowering Citizens

"How Congress Works" (A PowerPoint by the RESULTS Triangle group)

New Activist Orientation Training Calls

Are you a new activist with us and want to learn more about the background and methods of RESULTS? Be part of one of our two-session New Activist Orientations. See the latest Introductory Call and New Activist Orientation schedules. Topics covered will include:

  • The history and achievements of RESULTS,

  • How RESULTS empowers you to make change happen on Capitol Hill,

  • How our volunteers both contribute and learn, and

  • How to get started taking action

During this training we will also support you in taking real actions that make a difference. Contact Lisa Marchal to RSVP and receive material pertinent to the orientation, or simply get in touch to receive more information. Recordings of past new activist orientations:

Friends of RESULTS Board Member Marianne Williamson New Activist Orientation Series