Gain a foundational understanding of how the federal government works and what it takes to be an effective advocate. Join our experienced advocates and lobbyists as they describe the legislative process, explore the timelines, key influences, challenges, and opportunities to shape policymaking and obtain funding. You’ll also learn strategies for advocacy, including strategic planning and grassroots organizing, so you can confidently engage with elected officials.

Speakers:

• Jane Christyson – Chief Executive Officer at Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
• Katie Collins – Vice President at G2G and former Policy Analyst in the White House, Cancer Moonshot
• Chris Cooper – Director at G2G and former Chief of Staff and Chief Appropriations Counsel in Congress
• Ilene Penn Miller, JD, LLM – Director, Epilepsies Action Network
• Liz Powell, Esq., MPH – Founder of G2G and Women’s Health Advocates and former Legislative Director in Congress
• Veranda Rodgers, MBA – Founder and CEO, Pregnant with Possibilities Resource Center