National Security Bootcamps
National security is no longer just a national issue. State and local leaders are now asked to address many issues in a "security" context, from immigration to energy security, the readiness of police and firemen to the National Guard; as well as issues ranging from anti-genocide work to critical infrastructures and homeland security funding. State and local leaders need to master these issues early in their careers to govern well—and to show their potential for national leadership.
Truman National Security Bootcamps are one-day trainings tailored to states, localities, and organizations engaged in grassroots advocacy. We particularly enjoy training women leaders who wish to make national security an issue they own. Our Bootcamps provide progressive leaders with the foundations of national security understanding, and training in talking about tough issues. Bootcamps can also be tailored to specific organizational needs that fall within our principles, such as training in communicating how improving human rights protect national security.
The basic bootcamp has six segments:
- The Progressive National Security Story: Our History and Values
- National Security Issues in Your Locality
- Military 101 with Recent Veterans: Understanding the U.S. Armed Forces, Their Culture, and How to Connect With Our Troops
- How Progressives Undermine Our Messages, and How to Communicate Better: Talking with the American People About Security and Progressive Values
- Scenario Exercises: Talking about Security
We generally hold bootcamps in partnership with other organizations. If your organization is interested in hosting a national security bootcamp to train members of your community, please be in touch. We are happy to tailor bootcamps to your organizational needs.
