December 6, 2022
1:30 p.m.− 4:15 p.m. ET
Virtual
Whether you have an existing program, are looking to expand or launching a grassroots effort from scratch, this bootcamp has the insights and expertise to teach you something new. We will cover every aspect of managing a grassroots program, including new strategies and tried-and-true best practices. Learn how to create smart systems and employ the right tactics to reach your policy goals.
Featured Topic & Speakers
In this program, you’ll learn:
- Where to start when building a grassroots program and how to reach new advocates
- Tips for communicating with your base and motivating them to take action
- Strategies for organizing your policy goals and focusing your efforts properly
- The importance of record keeping and tracking your progress
Jordan Craig
Sr. Client Account Manager
Government Blueprint
Nick DeSarno
Director of Digital and Policy Communications
Public Affairs Council
Austin O’Boyle
Sr. Manager, Grassroots Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
National Apartment Association
This program is eligible for 2 Grassroots credits toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management and 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Agenda
1:30 p.m. – Module 1: Goal Setting and Planning
Grassroots can take your advocacy efforts to the next level and help you achieve your goals, but it’s just as important to understand where and how grassroots fits into your larger political engagement strategy. Setting goals, small and large as well as general and specific, is essential whether you’re building a program from scratch or improving an existing one. This session will cover the key elements of goal setting and how to implement them into an annual plan that syncs with your lobbying, PAC and communications efforts.
Learning objectives:
- Working with lobbyists, leadership and other key stakeholders to identify the role grassroots will play in helping achieve your advocacy priorities
- Determining which grassroots activities best fit your organization’s structure, culture and resources
- Evaluating current grassroots activities and other industry examples to decide what to remove, add or adjust within your plans
- Setting budget, key metrics and performance indicators
Nick DeSarno
Director of Digital and Policy Communications
Public Affairs Council
2:15 p.m. – Break
2:30 p.m. – Module 2: Identifying and Engaging Advocates
Although they are united by a shared mission, advocates are individuals with unique interests and perspectives. Recognizing this is key to structuring your outreach. It’s important to remember that advocate availability and comfort levels vary, so communications and engagement should be targeted accordingly. This session will focus on creating a grassroots culture using strong communications, realistic advocate expectations and opportunities for growth.
Learning objectives include:
- Advocate identification – leaders, potential advocates, and existing groups to leverage
- Strategies for motivation and steady participation
- Ways to incentivize and engage new advocates
- Diversified grassroots activities for varying comfort levels
Austin O’Boyle
Sr. Manager, Grassroots Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
National Apartment Association
3:15 p.m. – Break
3:30 p.m. – Module 3: Storytelling and Engaging Legislators
Your advocates are the heart of your grassroots program and legislators want to engage with them. Preparing them to tell their story and effectively communicate with legislators is pivotal to achieving your policy goals. This session will focus on training and equipping your advocates with the tools they need to successfully carry out grassroots activities.
Learning objectives include:
- Creating a training program to build advocate confidence
- Communicating best practices for reaching out to legislators and personalizing a message
- Refining storytelling skills to create meaningful interactions between advocates and elected officials
- Determining an ask and making sure advocates stay focused and on track in meetings
Jordan Craig
Sr. Client Account Manager
Government Blueprint
4:15 p.m. – Adjourn
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- Non-Members: $499
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