North Dakota:
The People’s Session
Friday, May 16 • Bismarck, ND
Let’s come together to shape a bold, people-centered vision for North Dakota.
The People’s Session is a free, one-day grassroots gathering where North Dakotans will come together to talk about the issues that matter most—like strong schools, economic security, and the freedom to live our lives with dignity and respect.
Whether you’ve been organizing for years or are just passionate about your community, you are welcome. No policy experience is necessary—just bring your ideas, your lived experience, and your hope for a better future.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Registration is required. Please fill out the RSVP form below.
Can’t make it? We still want to hear from you! Use the registration form below to share your ideas for how we can build a better North Dakota together.
Agenda (Central Time):
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Registration & Light Breakfast
10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Welcome & The State of North Dakota: Real Issues, Real Solutions
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Small Group Breakouts: Identifying Key Policy Priorities
- Economic Security: wages, healthcare, housing, child care, workforce and agriculture
- Strong Schools: funding, curriculum, teacher support
- Personal Freedoms: LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive freedom, voting rights, immigration
12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch & Community Networking
1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Small Group Report Back & Discussion
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Crafting the People’s Agenda
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Taking Action: Organizing for Change
3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Next Steps & Closing Remarks
Register to Attend or Share Your Policy Idea
Please complete the form below to attend—or to share your ideas if you can’t join in person.
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