3 simple ways to make a difference today

Sometimes, we have the ability to make a difference but we don’t know where to start. Advocacy is a great place to begin because anyone can be an advocate! The Alliance for Justice defines advocacy as,”any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for a cause, supports or defends, or pleads on behalf of others.”  How do you get started? The following are three simple steps you can take to advocate for your cause:

1. Let your voice be heard

Let your elected representatives hear your voice on issues that you are passionate about. This can be through a good old-fashioned letter, an email, or even a tweet! Don’t know who your elected officials are? Visit here to find your state and federal legislators and their contact information.

2. Build relationships with your elected officials

Ready to take your advocacy to the next level? A face-to-face meeting with a legislator is a great way to make sure your issues are heard. You might not know where to start, so we’ve created this infographic with tips and tricks to help you lay the foundation for your relationships.

3. Advocate to friends and family

Share information on social media with your friends or family about your cause. This could be via an interesting news article, infographic or blog post you come across. Be sure to personalize why you think it matters, and let friends and family discuss your issue. And of course, always be respectful and open to others’ views and ideas! Check back on our Facebook page daily for interesting articles you can “share” with your networks.

Want more information on how to be an advocate? Visit our Virtual Advocacy Center here!