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Does your organization have a lobby day coming up?
Are you looking for a dynamic trainer who can prepare your members for successful meetings and long-term relationships with their elected officials?
Do your grassroots need a little fertilizing?
Well, look no further! At AdVanced Consulting, we have the expertise and experience to offer your organization workshops and seminars in a variety of areas with a focus on effective advocacy. Whether you'd prefer an online workshop or an in person seminar, give us a call today to learn how Stephanie Vance can help your members feel more comfortable and confident approaching their elected officials.
If you're not planning your own workshop but have a topic you'd like to explore further, we encourage you to visit our Advocacy Classroom. This series includes live workshops in DC (as well on CD-Rom) and a free online course. Held throughout the year, the workshops cover everything from grant research and writing to motivating your grassroots.
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Click here to link to a live video of Stephanie presenting one of her Effective Advocacy Workshops.
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Bulk discounts on Stephanie's book Government by The People: How to Communicate with Congress - a great supplement to all of her workshops
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Workshop Topics
Each of the workshops below can be customized to meet the needs of your organization. We also offer day-long training sessions that combine elements of these sessions for a comprehensive, personalized and integrated learning experience.
'TIl Death Do Us Part - Building Lasting Relationships with Elected
Officials:
In this workshop, participants gain insight into the elements of effective communication, including knowing what you want, who to ask, how to ask, and how to follow-up. The session emphasizes the importance of ongoing advocacy and building long-term relationships, and can be tailored for local, state, or federal level advocacy efforts.
Ode to Standing in the Hallway - The Reality of Meeting with Officials:
This workshop, which includes a role-playing section, impresses upon participants the importance of preparing their message before attending a meeting with a member of Congress or staff person, and being prepared to deliver the message in highly chaotic situations. The session is designed specifically for organizations that bring their members to Washington, DC for legislative lobby days.
Civics 101 - Detailed Legislative Process:
Participants learn how legislative moves through the process, from bill drafting and introduction to the Presidential signature / veto process. In addition, participants gain an understanding of the Budget and Appropriations process, as well as a few legislative “key themes”.
Making a Difference from the Safety of Your Couch:
This workshop focuses on effective use of the Internet and web-based tools for advocacy efforts. A key component of the session is providing information on valuable resources available for free over the Internet, as well as how to use these resources most effectively. Resources discussed include: learning about policy issues, locating elected officials on the net, effective methods for delivering the message, legislative process links, and general political and policy sites.
These Roots Were Made for Walkin' - Techniques for Mobilizing Grassroots:
In this workshop, participants gain insights into techniques for mobilizing grassroots, including a brainstorming session on eliminating barriers and motivating for action.
A Week In The Life of a Member of Congress:
In this workshop, participants review an actual Congressional schedule, including all the meetings, votes, floor statements, dinners, receptions, etc. to give participants an “insider’s view” of life in Washington, DC. Participants also receive pointers on ways to ensure their message is heard.
Field Trip to the Floor:
Using a legislative issue of the client’s choosing, this workshop allows participants to experience a virtual Congressional debate. Up to 10 people play debaters, while the remaining individuals play other roles, such as strong supporter, strongly opposed, or undecided. During the course of the debate, updates are added, including number of constituents writing in, major reports coming out, and news stories. At the end, the participants vote on the issue.
