Care about your local community?
Then you are qualified to Be A Councillor!
Councillors make a huge difference to the quality of life of local people and how local issues are dealt with.
We are working in partnership with a whole host of amazing organisations - 50:50 Parliament, the Disability Policy Centre, Operation Black Vote, The Politics Project and the Migrant Democracy Project - to reach those who are underrepresented in local government, and support them to Be A Councillor.
It matters that we have people from all backgrounds and experiences, who reflect the communities they serve, to stand for election.
The Local Government Association (LGA) is supporting us so we can meet communities where they are, improving representation and, in doing so, our democracy!
We’d love you to be part of it.
Make the difference, Be A Councillor
Events and Workshops
Below we have a range of events - with current and former councillors - who understand, and have experience of what it is like to stand, win and be in office. We’ll explain what councils and councillors do and what you will need to do to take your first steps to Be A Councillor!
Each of our partners - 50:50 Parliament, the Disability Policy Centre, Operation Black Vote, The Politics Project, Migrant Democracy Project and the Local Government Association (LGA) are running events - choose the one that suits you, your needs and life experience.
Join us!
We’re here to help you Become A Councillor!
If you’re considering becoming a councillor, you will find everything you need to know to make your decision, at our events, in our resources and we are here to answer any questions or queries you have 💬.
We have a range of events - with current and former councillors, who understand, and have experience of what it is like to stand, win and be in office.
We’ll explain what councils and councillors do and what you will need to do to take your first steps. We are non-partisan - so whether you want to stand for a party or as an independent councillor, we are here to support you Become A Councillor!
You can learn more from about our partners here - click the logo to link to their websites 😊
Explore our resources
How can you prepare to stand, win and thrive in office, so you can bring your lived experience to the corridors of power.
