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Our Shadow Day program is designed to encourage alumni of our Ready to Lead® program and other experienced community advocates to take the next step in their journey by seeing first-hand what a day in the life of an elected official is like.

At a Shadow Day, you will:
  • Walk the halls of power in your state or local government, getting to know the people who serve your community.
  • Meet members of our Elected Officials Network and learn how the legislative process works in your city or state government.
  • Engage with elected officials and values-aligned nongovernmental organizations in interactive panel discussions and question-and-answer sessions.
  • Bond with your fellow alumni and future colleagues during our day-long immersive experience

New American Leaders is committed to providing our alumni with opportunities to bridge the gap between learning and serving, and by participating in our Shadow Day program, we will help you demystify what the role of an elected official or staff member is really like, better preparing you to step into your power.

 

2025 Shadow Day Calendar

Women’s Municipal Shadow Day in New York, NY

  • Event Date: August 21st, 2025
  • Event Registration Link: Coming soon!
A collage of photos from our previous Shadow Days