Advocacy Opportunities
Learn more how you can get involved in your community and advocate for issues you are passionate about.“We drive the change that we want to see in our community.
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Wisconsin Senior Advocates (WSA) Need You!
Wisconsin Senior Advocates (WSA) is a coalition of older adults that wish to have input on policies and procedures affecting the older adult population in the state.
Activities and Goals:
- Member of the Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN). Participate in WAAN activities including Aging Advocacy Day at the capital.
- Keeps informed of issues at the local, state, and federal levels.
- Advocates on issues at all levels that impact the senior community – providing information to elected officials including phone calls, office visits, budget testimony, and more.
- Works with older adults on how to advocate for themselves and their needs.
Contacts:
Esther Olson – olson3207@gmail.com
Stephanie Sue Stein – ssstein@gmail.com
Dain Maddox – dainmaddox@gmail.com
Jim Schmidlkofer – aged_cheddar@yahoo.com
This information is provided for educational purposes and to empower you with information. As advocates, being educated on proposed legislation is critical.
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