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Legislative training to Law Librarians.pdf
Legislative advocacy is essential to making a difference for the legal information profession, whether you are advocating on a federal or state level. This training will teach you skills to advocate for public policy issues. You will learn how to build effective partnerships and influence lawmakers while contributing to solutions for current information policy issues. 1. Introduction and Objectives Briefly introduce the importance of legislative advocacy. 2. Identifying and Crafting Your Message Discuss the importance of understanding the issues and gathering supporting data. Guide participants on developing clear, concise, and compelling messages. Emphasize tailoring messages to different audiences, including legislators and the public. Provide examples of effective messaging and common pitfalls to avoid. 3. Engaging with Legislators Provide practical tips for scheduling and conducting meetings with legislators. Discuss the importance of providing testimony at legislative hearings. Offer advice on building long-term relationships with legislators and their staff. 4. Utilizing Media and Social Media Highlight the role of traditional media and social media in advocacy. Offer strategies for writing op-eds, press releases, and using social media platforms effectively. Discuss the importance of maintaining a consistent and professional online presence. 5. Q&A and Interactive Discussion Allow time for participants to ask questions and discuss their own advocacy experiences. Encourage sharing of best practices and lessons learned. You can also keep up on trending issues by joining the AALL Advocates community in My Communities. Current AALL Legislative Priorities for the 119th Congress are on the AALL Government Relations page.
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