Advocacy 101 Modules

This course is designed for new advocates! Each of the modules includes educational resources for individuals to navigate at their own pace that will help build their foundation for advocacy work in their communities. 

 

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Module 1: Setting Priorities

Learn to assess your League’s capacity, select your advocacy priorities — including issues that fall under the campaign for Making Democracy Work® and emerging trend priorities, navigate Impact on Issues, and apply a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) lens to your League’s work.

Module 1

 

Module 2: Preparing to Lobby

There are many steps that need to be completed before advocates speak with legislative staff for a lobbying meeting. Learn about preparing the materials necessary to go into a lobbying meeting, bill tracking, and staying on top of legislative developments in your state.

Module 2

 

Module 3: Taking Action

See a comprehensive overview of the key principles and strategies involved in successful lobbying efforts, including the legislative process to building relationships with lawmakers. Learn more about the role of legislative testimony and writing effective testimony.

Module 3