Volunteer Training
A comprehensive guide for onboarding volunteers to our voter outreach apps. Use this as a self-service reference, video script, or live training guide.
Overview
Section titled “Overview”This training covers both applications:
- SRP Canvass Mobile App - For canvassers doing door-to-door outreach
- Admin Dashboard - For team leads managing the campaign
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Part 1: Getting Started
Section titled “Part 1: Getting Started”Account Creation
Section titled “Account Creation”- Download the app from energyfreedom.team/app
- Create an account using email, Google, or Apple Sign-In
- Wait for admin approval (typically within 24 hours)
- You’ll receive a push notification when approved
Understanding Your Role
Section titled “Understanding Your Role”| Role | What You Can Do |
|---|---|
| Canvasser | View assigned voters, record results, use neighborhood mode |
| Team Lead | All canvasser abilities + view all voters + progress reports |
| Admin | Full access including user management and cut lists |
Part 2: Mobile App Training
Section titled “Part 2: Mobile App Training”The Voters Tab
Section titled “The Voters Tab”Your primary workspace for viewing and managing voters:
- List View - Scroll through voters alphabetically
- Map View - See voters geographically
- Search - Find voters by name or address
- Filters - Narrow by party, contact status, etc.
Recording Contact Results
Section titled “Recording Contact Results”When you contact a voter:
- Tap on their name to open details
- Tap Record Result
- Select the appropriate result:
| Category | Results |
|---|---|
| Positive | Supportive, Strong Support, Leaning, Volunteer, Sign Request |
| Neutral | Undecided, Needs Info, Callback |
| Negative | Opposed, Strongly Opposed, Do Not Contact |
| Not Home | Not Home, Wrong Address, Moved |
- Add optional notes
- Save
Neighborhood Mode
Section titled “Neighborhood Mode”Perfect for walk-up canvassing:
- Tap the location button on the map
- Walk through any neighborhood
- Get automatic alerts when near a voter (within 40 meters)
- Use quick action buttons: Support, Oppose, or Not Home
Learn more about Neighborhood Mode →
Part 3: Admin Dashboard Training
Section titled “Part 3: Admin Dashboard Training”Approving Users
Section titled “Approving Users”- Go to Team → Pending
- Review each pending user
- Click to approve or reject
Creating Cut Lists
Section titled “Creating Cut Lists”- Go to Cut Lists → New
- Draw a polygon on the map
- Apply optional filters (party, contact status, etc.)
- Save and assign to canvassers
Viewing Progress
Section titled “Viewing Progress”The Analytics section shows:
- Total voters contacted
- Support rates over time
- Team member activity
- Geographic heatmaps
Quick Reference Card
Section titled “Quick Reference Card”Mobile App Shortcuts
Section titled “Mobile App Shortcuts”| Action | How To |
|---|---|
| Refresh voters | Pull down on the list |
| Open map | Tap the map icon |
| Search | Tap the search icon |
| Record result | Tap voter → Record Result |
| Start neighborhood mode | Tap location button on map |
Result Colors
Section titled “Result Colors”- 🟢 Green - Supportive (good!)
- 🟡 Yellow - Undecided (follow up)
- 🔴 Red - Opposed
- ⚪ Gray - Not contacted yet
Getting Help
Section titled “Getting Help”- In-app help - Settings → Help
- This documentation - docs.energyfreedom.team
- Email support - Contact your team lead
Ready to start? Download the app →