Equipping Christian legislators for impactful public service.

Qualification & Selection

Candidates are referred by state Family Policy Councils and Statesmen Academy alumni. Legislators early in their career are identified based on their Christian witness and character, record of advancing pro-family policies and potential for future leadership. Candidates apply through a written application and references, followed by research and interviews prior to admission.

Training & Graduation

The Academy is held one week each summer at locations across the country. Participants receive training on our nation's founding and Christian worldview, profiles in courage of proven statesmen and women, practical training from political leaders, current policy discussions, media training, model legislation, talking points and interview preparation.

Fellowship & Community

The Academy creates graduates bonded in an enduring fellowship of mutual encouragement and accountability, spiritual strength, and political wisdom. The Statesmen Alumni Community provides an ongoing exchange of ideas through a private network, e-newsletters, policy webinars, virtual trainings and periodic alumni events.

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Statesmen Academy shows [Christian legislators] that they're not alone.  It is like a 'refueling station' for our walk with God and applying that walk in our daily lives at the Capitol.

Rep. henry stone, Iowa

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The biblical worldview knowledge intertwined  with policy was exactly what my heart has longed for. The ability to bring my spouse and have him immersed in the same sessions and content provides stability to our marriage and accountability in our service to others.

Rep. Megan steele, kansas

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Hands down the most beneficial training to me personally and professionally.

Sen. Renee Erickson, Kansas

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Statesmen Academy was life and soul changing. The training and fellowship helped me answer the question: 'how do I let my faith shine through legislative service?' This experience will help me serve in the state legislature in a way pleasing to God. I have attended many legislative conferences, but this is a truly unique experience that will shape my service. 

Sen. jordan rasmusson, minnesota

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Jesus is first here. The messages are outstanding, and everything is so supportive and God-honoring. A lot of conferences give you information and then they are over. What I love about Statesmen Academy is knowing there's a support network through the Alumni Community that will continue long after the event.

rep. joy goeben, wisconsin

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The Statesmen Academy gets right to the important issues: marriage, family, and life. When so many other groups run away from these elemental concepts, Statesmen Academy puts them at the forefront. 

rep. elias coop-gonzalez, west virginia

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I was truly blessed and encouraged by this event. I came thirsty for just the type of content offered: God-centered governing with optimism and prudence. Christian legislators are in dire need of this type of strengthening.

sen. lisa keim, maine

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As a legislator of a blue state, I was feeling tired and discouraged. The Statesmen Academy reignited my desire to be a godly statesmen. I feel strong and bold. Thank you so much for being partners in the Statesmen Academy.

rep. abigail griffin, maine

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Statesmen Academy is worth every investment of your time and focus. I came questioning  whether it was worth staying in politics. I'm leaving with renewed purpose.

rep. ben bakeberg, minnesota

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This was an incredibly Christ-centered and meaningful week of leadership and conservative policy training for my wife and I. The relationships we built and the lessons we learnt will make me significantly more effective in advancing biblically-grounded, conservative public policy.

rep. ryan rose, arkansas