The Policy Circle

Join The Policy Circle's Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap and jumpstart your leadership journey! Over three action-packed months, our innovative curriculum equips women with the tools to expand their impact through civic engagement. Applications for our Summer Cohort, running June 1 - August 31, are open until May 17. Apply now and connect with fellow leaders to make a difference! https://lnkd.in/ddt2ewi Learn about the Military Outreach Initiative: https://lnkd.in/egq-JhJ6 Learn about the Entrepreneur Outreach Initiative: https://lnkd.in/g9Ddu8tU

Consider supporting The Policy Circle in a meaningful and tax-effective way by donating stocks! Did you know you can make a significant impact on our mission by gifting appreciated securities? Here’s why it’s a great option: ✅ Avoid capital gains tax on the sale of your appreciated stock. ✅ Receive a charitable income tax deduction for the fair market value of your donated shares. ✅ Further our mission of promoting policies that foster economic and personal responsibility. For more information, reach out to eshoe@thepolicycircle.org. Your support helps us empower women leaders and shape the civic landscape of our communities.

Congratulations to our Fall CLER 1.0 graduates! 👩🎓✨ Over the past three months, these incredible women have gained valuable civic knowledge and powerful leadership skills that will help them drive change in their communities. We can’t wait to see all they achieve! Check out the link below to learn more and apply for the next CLER cohort by January 7! https://lnkd.in/ddt2ewi Alyssa Morrissey, Cathrene "Cat" Nichols, Ceann Bales, PhD, Helen Aguirre Ferre, Karee White, Kathryn Thomas, Leigh Ann Miller, Michelle Pennington, Sarah Norberg, Shannon McDonnell, Sierra Martinez, Stacy Blakeley, Tawana Bailey, Tinyada Robinson, Tracy Gardner, Ph.D., Tyechia Brown

🎉 Congratulations to Karee on her graduation from CLER 1.0! Your journey through the CLER shows a powerful dedication to civic engagement and collaboration. We wish you continued success as you build on this experience and pursue new opportunities to lead and inspire! #LeadershipInAction

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at The Policy Circle! We're deeply grateful for our strong community of passionate, action-oriented women whose friendship, insights, and support fuel our mission and vision for the future.

Giving Thanks for People, Not Perfection. ✍️ In our latest blog post, The Policy Circle CEO Stacy Blakeley explores how practicing gratitude for others, rather than striving for unattainable perfection, can transform our relationships and outlook on life. Read the full blog post at the link below! https://lnkd.in/e6EeaZem

The Texas Governor recently issued an executive order to arrest CCP operatives in Texas aiming “to protect Texans from the coordinated harassment and coercion by the People's Republic of China (PRC) or the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)." The order represents rising concerns many have around the threat China poses to our security. View Governor Abbott's executive order and read more about this pressing issue in The Policy Circle's Brief: China and the Risk to our Daily Lives at the links below. Gov. Abbott's EO: https://lnkd.in/dQNAcsri China and the Risk to our Daily Lives: https://lnkd.in/dTiS9ku4

What are security clearances, and why do they matter? President-Elect Donald Trump has announced 12 Cabinet picks in 12 days—a modern record. These appointments bring the spotlight to security clearances and the roles within the executive branch. The Cabinet’s fifteen executive department heads, along with countless federal agencies, are all part of the executive branch. Want to understand their structure, responsibilities, and impact? Check out The Policy Circle’s Executive Branch Brief. 📖 Read it now: https://lnkd.in/eW_dXzBP

Congratulations to current CLER 1.0 student Michelle Pennington who ran for County Clerk of Cook County, IL! Her dedication has made an impact far beyond her district. This journey is just the beginning, and we look forward to seeing the meaningful difference Michelle will continue to make!

Congratulations to current CLER 1.0 student Shannon McDonnell who ran for Maine State Senator! While the results weren’t what we hoped for, her dedication has made an impact far beyond her district. This journey is just the beginning, and we look forward to seeing the meaningful difference Shannon will continue to make!