• Begin to develop a strategy for effective advocacy
• Communicate your issue in a compelling manner
• Identify which level of government is most important for your organization’s issues
• Understand how to build relationships with elected officials and staffers

Plus, we’ll talk about the benefits of collaboration, with specific examples that get you thinking!  We will also discuss how to appropriately interact with candidates during election season.

This workshop is free and is perfect for CEOs, Board members, and Policy and Advocacy staff of nonprofits located in or serving Martin and St. Lucie counties.

Thank you to Children Services Council of St. Lucie County and The Community Foundation Martin St. Lucie Counties for supporting this event.

The interactive Advocacy 101 training will include:

• Definitions and clarifications about advocacy, lobbying, and the difference between the two
• The value of advocacy
• How to legally advocate and lobby for your organization, your mission, and your community
• Creating your advocacy plan
• A focus on different target audiences, including elected officials and the media
• Practical tips on how to effectively advocate and lobby

This virtual training is open to nonprofits located in and serving Florida.

Cost for this training: $20 for members; $40 for non-members