Video Series
This video series is the first phase of training for Conversation Canvassing.
There are ten short videos. Each one is 10 to 20 minutes long. Here’s what you’ll do:
- Watch the videos in order from 1 to 10. Your total viewing time will be about 2 hours.
- You may watch on your own time, at your own pace.
- You might prefer to watch with a group, joining discussions after viewing.
- You can check with your town leader or with us at the Voter Outreach Committee to express interest in joining a group.
- We are providing discussion questions that groups can use.
- Individuals may also use them for their own reflection.
- You may also consult our list of
helpful resources if you want to explore organizations, podcasts, and readings mentioned in the videos.
SECTION I: BASICS
(13:31 minutes)
Meet the training team and learn the history and goals of this project.
(13:32 minutes)
Learn how “deep canvassing” started, when it’s been effective, and how it’s different from traditional door-knocking.
(11:29 minutes)
Learn about the theory behind conversation canvassing, with a focus on its key element: listening with empathy.
(10:07 minutes)
See how a canvassing conversation proceeds in five stages, from introducing yourself, through listening and sharing stories, to handling challenges and arriving at a positive conclusion.
(13:01 minutes)
Learn what you’ll do in our own outreach campaign, using the five-step pattern for conversations to engage voters in your community.
(11:58 minutes)
Meet the smartphone app that will guide your canvassing experience and make data collection easy.
SECTION II: EXAMPLES & REFLECTIONS
(21:59 minutes)
Watch members of the training team act out conversations at doors—something you’ll try out in the workshop. There are two examples here, each about 10 minutes long. You may wish to watch them at separate times, as this is the longest episode.
(15:36 minutes)
Hear canvassers recount some of their favorite encounters at doors.
(14:00 minutes)
Hear canvassers talk about the value of partnership and support.
(14:23 minutes)
Hear the training team reflect on lessons and insights from the pilot project. Your group may want to hold similar discussions.
total time: 1 hours 59 minutes
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'Finished watching? Click here to learn about next phase of training: the workshop.
