Advocates Information

 

Meet with your State Lawmakers on Arts Advocacy Day at the Capitol

 

This page is for Advocates - Arts Advocacy Day attendees that want to meet with their state lawmakers. It provides key information and resources and will be updated periodically as we get closer to the event.

 

What are Lawmaker Meetings?

Advocates meet in small groups with their state representatives to educate them on the value and impact of the arts and urge their support for key budget and legislative priorities. 

Captains will schedule and organize your meetings and CA for the Arts provides all the resources, training and support that you need to have fun and empowering meetings that build long-lasting relationships with peers and lawmakers.

Watch our Get Ready to Advocate webinar from April 1st and get inspired to take action for the arts. Webinar Slide Deck

Arts, Culture & Creativity Month is also Budget Negotiation Month and Arts Advocacy Day Makes a Difference!!

 

 

 

 

KEY DATES & STEPS

February: 

  • Registration opens for Advocacy Day meetings
  • Research your lawmakers - review their website, social media, or voting record

March: Connect with your Captains
April 1: DEADLINE TO REGISTER for Lawmaker Meetings
April 1: Get Ready to Advocate Webinar | Watch the Recording
April 21: Arts Advocacy Day at the Capitol!

  • 8:30 am - 9:30 am: Check-In at Capitol Park at N Street & 13th Street
  • 9:00 am - approx. 10:30 am: Rally at Capitol Park, then March to Lawmaker Meetings
  • approx. 10:00 am - 5:00pm: Lawmaker Meetings at 1021 O Street

 

RESOURCES

Check back as more resources are added

Have questions? Check out the Advocates FAQs or email action@caforthearts.org.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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Interested in supporting ACCM? Our Sponsorship Package outlines all the ways you or your organization can help support this statewide celebration of arts, culture, and community. With flexible sponsorship opportunities to match every level of giving, there’s a place for everyone to contribute and make an impact in the arts.

For more information, please contact NeFesha Yisra'el, Director of Programs, at nefesha@caforthearts.org.