[Available Formats - Presentation (45-60 minutes)]

Program Content: Many citizens (and some professionals) think the only way to influence public policy is through a grassroots email campaign. However, there are more than a dozen ways to connect with elected officials – both online and offline. This straight-forward presentation will walk participants through the Complete Citizen-Advocate's Toolkit: 15 tools available to every advocate. The presentation will include social media, town hall meetings, telephone town hall meetings, in-district meetings, and letters to the editor.

Audience: Beginner