Advocacy 101
Learn more how you can get involved in your community and advocate for issues you are passionate about.Questions about advocacy issues?
Here are some resources to help guide you in effective advocacy.
Know the make-up of your government and the process for Legislative change.
- How does a bill become a law?
- Who are my Legislators?
- Know the “who’s who” of your legislature
- Find out what laws and legislation are being discussed, as well as important dates
Effective advocacy also requires effective communication.
- What can I do?
- How to speak and/or write effectively to your legislature
- Why Legislators need to hear from you
- Advocacy vs. Lobbying
Know the facts of Voting and ensure your vote is counted.
- Upcoming elections in your area or statewide
- Where do I vote?
- How to register and what your voting options are
- Tracking your ballot
Ask ADRC Specialists: Aging Advocacy Day
Question: I am concerned about my quality of life while I age. I am not sure if, or how, I can make a difference. Is there any way I can get involved? Answer: An extremely important role that all of us can take when it comes to aging issues, whether you are an...
Ask I&A: Making Your Voice Heard!
Question: I want to help people understand their rights and become more empowered to make their voice heard. What are some options that older adults and people with disabilities can use to advocate for themselves? Answer: There are multiple advocacy organizations that...
A Caregiver’s Guide to Advance Directives
April 16, 2023 is National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). Since 2008, the purpose of NHDD is to educate and empower people about the importance of advance care planning. There are times that decisions about medical treatments need to be made when a person is too...
Advocacy Resources
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AARP
ABC for Health
Disability Rights Wisconsin
Information & Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
List of organizations that assist persons with disabilities and their families. They help with finding services, assistive technology, and support groups in addition to providing education and advocacy on disability related issues, and so much more.
Medicare Rights Center
National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Survival Coalition of Wisconsin
Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN)
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
Wisconsin FACETS
Recursos en Español - Spanish
Información y Abogacía Para Personas Con Discapacidades y Sus Familias
(Information & Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities)