Transformative Conversations: Moving People to Action
Well-trained organizers move people to action and fuel movements for change.
Course curriculum
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What you need to know before starting a conversation
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The Message: the importance of clarity
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Listening and Storytelling: how to connect with your audience
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Don't Talk, Just Listen
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Building Relationships
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Growth and Leadership
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Moving People Past their Fear
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Developing a Collective Power for Workers, Communities and Families
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About this course
- $100.00
- 8 lessons
- 0 hours of video content
Learn how to have effective organizing conversations and move people to action.
Are you nervous or unsure about how to have impactful, one-on-one organizing conversations?
Imagine going from hesitant to...
confident & compelling.
If you want to do the hard work of creating social, racial, environmental, and economic justice, it starts with mastering this essential skill.
Our training will give you the tools and practice to connect with people, listen actively, and move them into action. By the end, you'll be holding powerful conversations that build relationships and drive real change.
Seats are limited—secure yours now and start transforming your conversations into action!
Our training will give you the tools and practice to connect with people, listen actively, and move them into action. By the end, you'll be holding powerful conversations that build relationships and drive real change.
Limited Time Offer:
Be part of the first group to pre-order this course and lock in a 50% discount for the next release. Want an even better deal? Complete the course and provide feedback to take this version completely FREE!Seats are limited—secure yours now and start transforming your conversations into action!
Tackle that next organizing conversation with confidence today!
Organizing conversations are tough, and I still remember the gut punch of my first hard “NO!” It made me question if I had what it takes to be an organizer. But I didn’t quit. Over time, I learned that powerful conversations—ones that spark action—are both an art and a science.
Here’s the truth: you can become a skilled organizer. It’s about mastering the structure of effective conversations and owning your unique style. If you’re ready to put in the work, I know you’ll get there.
This course will arm you with the tools to turn those “NOs” into powerful “YESes.
Testimonials
“The Activist Academy has a clear understanding of how to host professional trainings based on the experience of their leadership team. They helped our subcommittee methodically work through a series of meetings to customize the ideal agenda for our targeted audience.”
Dillon Savory, Executive Director, Fresno, Madera, Tulare and Kings County Central Labor Council
“At organize! training I was able to find a community that showed me that my passion and drive for social justice is not just shared by me but by so many others. I learned so much about myself and the patience you need in order to make change. Vanessa Rhodes is a great example of what it is to take the dedication you have to continue to motivate others to chase their dreams to make a better world for everyone around us. I could have not enjoyed anything else more than being in a room that helped me realize my goals and dreams are not too far of reach when you are in the right place with the right people to help you.”
Stephanie Tellez, College Student
“The cross-sector curriculum brilliantly blended by the Activist Academy at Fresno City College brought life to my Saturday; I left inspired. The event exceeded my expectations and after reading our surveys…the people agree.”
Lisa Alvarado, Operations Manager, Central Valley Partnership
“We already were aware of the Activist Academy by reputation as we considered who to host an inaugural community organizer training in the southern San Joaquin Valley. Since Vanessa Rhodes was an labor organizer and lifelong progressive activist from Fresno, once her name was suggested to help us plan, coordinate and facilitate the event, we immediately knew she was the person. Our 2023 Organize! workshop was a phenomenal success, which likely will ultimately have a historic place in the current movement building happening across the region. We will be looking for Lucinez to host further trainings with us in the future.”
Daniel O'Connell, Ph.D., Director, Central Valley Partnership
“The Activist Academy's innovative curriculum and teaching methods were instrumental in bringing together activists at different levels and from various areas of interest. The training provided participants with opportunities to improve crucial organizing skills and provided learning spaces to learn from each other about local issues that affect us all.”
Vanessa Suarez, Managing Environmental Justice Advisor, Carbon180
Plus these FREE resources:
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Organizing Conversation Preparation Cheatsheet
Handy reference guide to learn how to build meaningful relationships on campaigns that lead people to action.
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Communication Style Template
Informational infograph to assist you in identifying your communication style and learn how to wield it into a powerful organizing tool.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 30 days
Sign up for any Activists Academy course with Lucinez and get reassurance that if the course doesn't work for you, you have 30 days to request your money back with no questions asked. Although all our students have loved the course so far we want to make sure you get value for your money and find our product helpful.
Instructor(s)
Vanessa Rhodes
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Vanessa grew up in Fresno, California, in a family deeply committed to social and economic justice. With a Bachelor’s degree in Community Studies from UC Santa Cruz and a Master’s in Political Science and History from The New School in New York City, she brings a wealth of academic and real-world expertise to her work. As a seasoned labor and community organizer, Vanessa has spent over two decades advocating for workers' rights and building grassroots movements. From organizing picket lines to lobbying for pro-labor candidates, her efforts have empowered countless working families across California.
Vanessa’s passion for creating change has always been matched by her dedication to developing others. Her extensive experience in designing training programs has enabled activists, community leaders, and organizers to build essential skills and become stronger advocates for social change. Now an activist educator, she plays a critical role in shaping our team’s vision and capacity to build lasting power for working people. Her unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on training expertise makes her a cornerstone of our mission to create a more equitable future.
Vanessa’s passion for creating change has always been matched by her dedication to developing others. Her extensive experience in designing training programs has enabled activists, community leaders, and organizers to build essential skills and become stronger advocates for social change. Now an activist educator, she plays a critical role in shaping our team’s vision and capacity to build lasting power for working people. Her unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on training expertise makes her a cornerstone of our mission to create a more equitable future.
FAQ
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What kind of support will I get in this course?
Our goal is to help you every step of the way. Whether you're a prospective or current customer, email us at [email protected]
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Do you offer a money-back guarantee?
Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. We have full confidence in the value that we provide and we want our customers to be able to discover that for themselves, risk-free.
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What happens if I fall behind or don’t complete the program?
You have access to the course material for the foreseeable future. That means you can take your time going through the material as you need. Though this course should only take you at most a few weeks to complete, that said, it is available to you when you need it.
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Can I buy this for my employees?
Yes absolutely. If you want to purchase this course for an employee, buy the course as normal and give them the login credentials you set up for them.