[Education and Welfare] Keys for afvocating

[Julie Chinn]

I found these 5 Keys for Advocating" that I wrote down at the 2010 MCB
convention, during a break-out session with our ACB President, Mitch
Pomerantz as speaker.  It was a very informative session, and I want to
share these tips with you that he gave us.  Maybe this will help some of you
for Washington D.C. and Legislative Days in Jeff City.  I am soory I can't
attend, but wish you all the best in your advocacy adventure!!  See the 5
keys below my name.

Julie Chinn

 

5 Keys for Advocating

 

1.    Be a responsible advocate.  Do what you can legally.  Know the law.
Pick your battles. 

2.    Be as knowledgeable as possible regarding the subject. Do your
homework; never fake it. (ADA requires equal access, but not a leg up) Find
out who will respond to your issue(s).Do your research. (Talking to your
mayor is one example of a way to get research.) 

3.    Be prepared to compromise - Keep in mind the ideal (of what you want),
but decide what you'll settle for.  

4.    Do not be intimidated!!!  Keep your cool. 

5.    Dress appropriately - it maintains credibility.  Look the part of a
serious advocate.  You need to let your colleagues know if they are not
dressed appropriately.  (Business casual - pantsuit, blazer/skirt, cress,
etc.  Hair needs to be clean and tidy) 

 

 

 

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