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ADVOCACY: TURNING THE GEARS OF DEMOCRACY
Have a burning issue that you want to see addressed? In this 4 part series,
CT-N shows you how ordinary citizens can create social change.
Insights from advocates, lawmakers, and lobbyists help demystify the process.

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DEFINING ADVOCACY
What does “advocacy” mean, and
who qualifies to be an advocate?
2 min

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YOUR RIGHT TO ADVOCATE
Petitioning leaders at the national, state, city or
neighborhood level, plus: the role of lobbyists.
6 min

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ADVOCACY STRATEGIES
Learn some skills and attributes that can
help you successfully champion your cause.
5 min

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ADVOCACY & THE MEDIA
The power of print & broadcast; “do’s & don’ts”
for social media advocacy, and some final advice.
5 min

Resources for Taking Action:

ADVOCATING IN CT
Making Your Voice Heard
A CT-N video series explaining how to testify at a public hearing.
Parent Leadership Training Institute
20-week training course for parent advocates; childcare available during classes.
Parents SEE
Classes for CT parents wishing to advocate on school and education practices.
CT Civics First
Non-profit dedicated to civics education in CT schools.

Find and Contact Your Legislator

STATE ADVOCATE OFFICES
Office of the Healthcare Advocate
Office of Protection & Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs: Office of Advocacy & Assistance
Department of Revenue Services: Office of the Taxpayer Advocate
Office of Gov’t Accountability: Office of the Child Advocate
Office of Gov’t Accountability: Office of the Victim Advocate

TIPS & GUIDES
The Community Toolbox
A University of Kansas project with a host of resources for grassroots advocacy.
Everyday Democracy
CT-based group hoping to foster democratic communities by improving public dialogues.