Advocacy Training – January 2024
Click here to view the informative slides.
Lobbying by Video Conferencing
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, we all must reinvent our means of communicating with social distance as best possible. Don’t be put off if it doesn’t go smoothly. We’re all learning. Here is a guide to remote lobbying during this pandemic.
Legislative Workshop for Advocates
Sponsored by Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ)
Here are some tips on effective legislative advocacy.
Citizen-lobbyists gathered in support of IAHR-solitary confinement tracking bill: 1/28/2016.
Current Legislative Calendar See when the Maryland Assembly is scheduled to meet, to submit legislation, and to adjourn.
Who are your delegates? How do I contact my legislators? Just enter you street address, and all will be revealed!
Written Testimony – Tips, Resources, & Guidelines Here is a one-page guide to lobbying for your bill. Thanks to the Interfaith Action for Human Rights organization!
What is the best way to lobby our legislature? Read A Citizen’s Guide to Lobbying in Maryland. This short guide will help us and others lobby effectively with the Maryland legislature.
Lobbying might seem a little intimidating, right? We get it. And we understand that it’s a big ask – but it’s that important. We’re with you every step of the way! Read Lobbying in Annapolis prepared by Patience Schenck.
Friends Committee on National Legislation has an on-line tutorial about lobbying in Washington DC.
Out for Justice has created a fine Powerpoint slide show about Lobbying:
