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August 18, 2021
10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. ET
Virtual
Do you have an inclusive advocacy program? Integrating diverse voices in your advocacy strategies will ensure your legislative priorities reflect all communities. Join us for a discussion on the importance of including a broad spectrum of perspectives when developing your agenda.
Featured Topic & Speakers
The new Congress is the most racially and ethnically diverse in U.S. history. Legislative leaders today will be looking for advocacy programs that are grounded in equitable representation. Join us for a discussion on developing advocacy strategies that are guided by a wide range of viewpoints.
Dennis Gonzalez
Director, Leadership Programs
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Noelle Jones
Senior Director, Government Relations and Public Affairs
Monument Advocacy
Matthew Spikes
Director, Government Relations
Business Roundtable
Patrice Willoughby
Managing Director
Signal Group
@PatriceWillobee
This program is eligible for 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in PAC & Grassroots Management, 2 Specialization credits toward the Certificate in Government Relations and Lobbying and 2 Elective credits toward the Certificate in Public Affairs Management.
Agenda
The new Congress is the most racially and ethnically diverse in U.S. history. Legislative leaders today will be looking for advocacy programs that are grounded in equitable representation. Join on us for a discussion on developing advocacy strategies that are guided by a wide range of viewpoints.
10:00 a.m. Moving Forward on the Advocacy Front
The pandemic coupled with last summer’s racial reckoning highlighted the inequities that have long existed in our communities. Companies must re-examine their advocacy priorities to ensure they are not perpetuating disparities. Our speakers will explore methods for advocacy planning that are centered in diversity and inclusion.
- Strategies for determining how to integrate diverse stakeholder voices into advocacy campaigns
- Methods for connecting with allies and constituency bases when creating campaigns and developing goals
- Tips for communicating the importance and impact of prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion to lawmakers through demonstrated advocacy action
Noelle Jones
Senior Director, Government Relations and Public Affairs
Monument Advocacy
Patrice Willoughby
Managing Director
Signal Group
@PatriceWillobee
11:00 a.m. Break
11:10 a.m. Diverse and Inclusive Advocacy in Action
Cultivating advocacy programs that intentionally integrate diversity and inclusion will advance more equitable policies. Putting in the time and effort will lead to a lasting impact on communities. Hear from our speakers on how incorporating diversity and inclusion has led to fruitful outcomes.
- Examples of advocacy programs that are centered in diversity and inclusion
- Examples of how increasing representation can lead to more equitable and inclusive policy and advocacy changes
- Tips for understanding how to communicate with a lens of diversity and inclusion
- Strategies for starting and maintaining advocacy initiatives that drive more equitable and inclusive outcomes
Dennis Gonzalez
Director, Leadership Programs
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Matthew Spikes
Director, Government Relations
Business Roundtable
12:15 p.m. Adjourn
Event Location
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Register
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- Non-Members: $399
Additional discounts may apply to this meeting. These discounts may include:
For multiple registrants: A discount will apply to the standard member/non-member rate for organizations that register two or more participants for the same meeting. The first registrant will pay full price, the second participant will receive a 10% discount and each additional registrant will receive a 15% discount. To register multiple participants, you may either register online or download the print and fax registration form.
Member discounts: Discounts for members are applied to all Public Affairs Council meetings.
Non-members: Join the Council today, and save by registering at the member rate and using the $200 new-member coupon you will receive. Contact our membership team for information about joining the Council.
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