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Project ElectEd

Welcome to an educational library of interviews by Project Elect with Latter-day Saint women who have been elected to public office, and professionals who help in political campaigns. Project Elect is a nonpartisan organization focused on identifying and offering solutions to the barriers that women of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints face in running for office.

  1. MAY 28

    Kara Toone: Davis Education Foundation

    In the final episode of this season, Audrey interviews Kara Toone, internal partnerships and grants coordinator at the Davis Education Foundation. The two discuss how Kara became more involved in her community over the years, her experience running for office, and her time as a campaign manager.  Learn more about Project Elect here.

    30 min

  2. MAY 22

    Cecilee Price-Huish: Bountiful City Council

    This week, Audrey interviews Cecilee Price-Huish, a member of the Bountiful City Council. The two discuss Cecilee's lifetime of community engagement and her run for the Bountiful City Council. Cecilee shares the way she found success by giving herself permission to make a difference.  Learn more about Project Elect here.

    32 min

  3. APR 4

    Susan Madsen: A Bolder Way Forward

    This week, Audrey interviews Susan Madsen, the founder of "A Bolder Way Forward," an initiative bringing stakeholders together to improve life for Utah women and girls.  Read "Rise and Run: Latter-day Saint Women and Good Governance" here.  Learn more about A Bolder Way Forward here.  Learn more about Project Elect here.

    39 min

  4. MAR 8

    Patty Kubeja: Kane County Commission

    This week, Audrey interviews Patty Kubeja, a member of the Kane County Commission. Recently, the county made history by becoming first all-women county commission in Utah. This isn't the first time Kane County has made history for an all-women governing body- in 1911 five women were elected to serve on the Kanab County Council.  In this interview, the two talk about this legacy, Patty's military service, and what led her to run for county commission.  Salt Lake Tribune: Utah’s first all-female government started as a joke. A century later, this county is making history again. Learn more about Project Elect: projectelectwomen.org.

    21 min

  5. FEB 23

    Becki Wright: Proximity

    This week, Audrey is joined by her friend, Becki Wright, the CEO and founder of Proximity. Proximity is a software company dedicated to helping great leaders serve their communities better. In this episode, the two discuss the many ways women can be more politically involved, including opportunities for working on campaigns.  Learn more about Project Elect: projectelectwomen.org.  Learn more about Proximity: proximitycampaigns.com Read "A Plea to My Sisters."

    35 min

  6. FEB 6

    Ann Mackin: A Bolder Way Forward

    Ann Mackin is a higher education administrator with a passion for serving her community through boards and commissions. She and Audrey are both involved in A Bolder Way Forward, which is an organization dedicated to advancing Utah girls and women. In this episode, Ann shares how to get involved with community service and discusses the importance of advocating for yourself.  Learn more about Project Elect: projectelectwomen.org.  Learn more about A Bolder Way Forward: usu.edu/uwlp/a-bolder-way-forward/overview

    27 min

  7. JAN 22

    Brooke Scheffler: Utah Governor's Office

    This week, Audrey is joined by Brooke Scheffler, the Director of Boards and Commissions in the Utah Governor’s Office. The two continue the conversation about how to join a board or commission.  Learn more about state-wide board positions open in Utah at: boards.utah.gov. Contact Brooke for support applying to a board: bscheffler@utah.gov. Learn more about Project Elect: projectelectwomen.org.

    26 min

  8. JAN 8

    Nina Barnes: Community Champion

    This week, Audrey interviews Nina Barnes, a Southern Utah community leader. Nina has served on the Ceader City council, the Southern Utah University Board of Trustees, the Utah System of High Education board, and most recently the board of the Policy Project. During their conversation, Nina shares insights on how board service can be a meaningful and accessible way for Latter-day Saint women to step into public service and strengthen their communities. Learn more about Project Elect here: projectelectwomen.org.

    30 min
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Welcome to an educational library of interviews by Project Elect with Latter-day Saint women who have been elected to public office, and professionals who help in political campaigns. Project Elect is a nonpartisan organization focused on identifying and offering solutions to the barriers that women of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints face in running for office.

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  • Creator
    projectelectwomen
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
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