FUTURE FRAME 25/26 APPLICATION

Today, civic engagement lives both online and in the real world. Social platforms have become spaces where ideas take shape, communities connect, and collective action begins. From shaping public narratives to mobilizing communities around shared values, digital communication now plays a defining role in how democracy is experienced and expressed.

FutureFrame was created for people who want to engage this moment with intention. This program supports emerging civic communicators who are curious about power, storytelling, and impact—and who are ready to build the skills to communicate clearly, ethically, and effectively across platforms. This application is your first step toward a hands-on learning experience centered on real issues, real audiences, and real-world change.

FutureFrame: Training the Next Generation of Digital Civic Communicators
FutureFrame is a 13-week, digital marketing program operating at the intersection of politics, media, and technology. This application is designed to assess readiness for applied civic communication work, collaborative learning, and real-world campaign execution. Prior political experience is helpful but not required.

FutureFrame is for you if you are:
1. Interested in civic, political, or community-facing communication skill building.
2. Curious about how power, narrative, data, and platforms shape public discourse.
3. Ready to do applied work, receive feedback, and execute a real campaign.
4. Able to commit time, focus, and follow-through for a 13-week cohort.
5. Prior civic experience is helpful but not required.

Application Completion Time: 30 minutes
Program Dates: March 24, 2026 - June 18, 2026
Location: Hybrid (South LA + Virtual)
Weekly Commitment: 4-6 hours/week
Program Cost: Free

FutureFrame prioritizes applicants who demonstrate alignment with civic communication practice, readiness for execution, and commitment to collaborative learning. Prior political experience is not required; seriousness of intent and capacity to follow through are.

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps.

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Spring 2026 Cohort Application

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