Pandemic life opened up opportunities and an urgency to advocate virtually. Virtual advocacy options are the same and as effective as ever. If you’re not sure who your elected officials are, take a few minutes to fill out this form where you can write down all of your officials and their contact information.
Call your elected officials
Call your elected officials. Whether you’re introducing yourself or supporting a specific policy, a phone call is an effective, personal, and germ-free way to connect. Some elected officials offer video calls as an option. The same ideas apply—just remember to dress for it.
Write a Letter to the Editor
Write a letter to the editor. Have an idea that needs to be lifted up during this moment? Do you have a brilliant vision about how we can make the field better long term? A letter to the editor is a great way to share your ideas with your community.
Write a letter or email to your elected official
Write a letter or email to your elected official. Show your support or opposition to a policy by writing to your legislators to let them know where you stand and why. Send them a copy of the letter to the editor you wrote. Write down what you and your program are experiencing during the pandemic to help guide their policy response.
Advocate on Social Media
Advocate on Social Media. Our electronic devices are connecting us in so many ways these days! Social media is a great option to amplify the messages and solutions from other organizations. It’s also a way to highlight how your role connects with the larger policy picture.
Additional Resources
You can also check out the Child Care Aware of America Advocacy from Home Toolkit for additional resources.
By Marie Huey, Public Policy and Advocacy Coordinator
