ADVOCACY
advocacy
noun
ad·vo·ca·cy ˈad-və-kə-sē
: the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating something
Advocacy is defined as any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for a cause, supports or defends, or pleads on behalf of others
EXAMPLES OF ADVOCACY
Organizing: Build power at the base.
Educate Legislators: Provide information on issues
Educating the Public about the Legislative Process: Introduce communities and constituencies to the legislators whose represent them.
Research: Produce relevant resources that reflect the real story of your community
Organizing a rally: Mobilize for your cause.
Regulatory efforts: Take action at the agencies.
Public education: Educate the community on the issues.
Nonpartisan voter education: Inform the electorate on the issues.
Nonpartisan voter mobilization: Encourage citizens to vote.
Educational conferences: Gather, network, share information, and plan for the future.
Lobbying: Advocate for or against specific legislation.