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Citizen Activism 101 - 6 PM - Albina Library - FREE
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Citizen Activism 101 - Making Change Happen
"The most important political office is that of the private citizen." -- Justice Louis Brandeis
Want to improve life for yourself and your neighbors or have a concern about local, state, or federal laws? This workshop provides a brief historical perspective, discusses strategies for change, and gives examples of successful advocacy. You’ll learn about choosing your battles, deciding what matters to you; and how to get heard. Learn tools for change, "lobbying”, how to track legislation, and provide testimony.
- Historical perspective
- Types of advocacy
- Examples of successful advocacy
- Who makes the rules?
- Tools / strategies for change
- Engaging with government / lobbying for influence
- Tracking civic / political legislation
Civics for Adults is the brainchild of former educator and librarian, Donna L Cohen MLIS, MEd, to bring non-partisan, content-rich, and interactive workshops to the public, that educate citizens about our political processes and open avenues for civic engagement.
Civics for Adults
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