Advocacy Training and Voting 101: November 16, 2025
Advocacy Training and Voting 101: November 16, 2025
Please register by November 11, 2025 at WomenNC.org League of Women Voters NC Member TBA
Turning Passion into Policy: Advocacy for Social Change This workshop equips WomenNC Scholars with the skills and mindset needed to become effective advocates. Participants will learn how to move beyond direct service into systems-level change through strategic, values-driven advocacy work.
Topics Include
Defining advocacy and distinguishing it from direct service and lobbying
Exploring how advocacy influences shifts in social norms and promotes policy change
Understanding the core activities of advocacy, from awareness to action
Learning the hierarchy of advocacy entry points and how to choose your approach
Setting strategic SMART goals to guide advocacy efforts
Identifying and analyzing stakeholders and power dynamics
Building coalitions and partnerships for collective impact
Developing your personal voice as an effective advocate
By the end of this session, Scholars will understand their role as advocates and be equipped to champion gender equity through well-informed, collaborative strategies.