The first portion of the capacity clinic will feature 3 rapid-fire refreshers on key policy and advocacy topics, filled with tips and tricks to help you be more effective. During the second hour, participants will be matched with an expert from Community Solutions for a FREE one-on-one consultation. Come with your questions and we will be on hand to answer!

Some examples:

• Who should I target when seeking a legislative champion?
• What is the likelihood that this piece of legislation will be enacted?
• What should be on our advocacy agenda?
• How can I make my message more compelling for policy makers?
• Where can I find data to back-up my advocacy agenda?
• How will this recent policy changes impact my organization or the people we serve?
• Where can we go to find government funding for our services?

Agencies engaged in advocacy and public policy should not miss this event.