MetroHartford Alliance的动态

Advocating for Public Education: Four chambers in the San Antonio, Texas, area have come together with one of the area’s large employers to focus on fully funding public schools to support a strong workforce. The chambers have launched advocacy efforts for the next Texas legislative session. Business leaders expect 'one heck of a fight' on Texas education https://lnkd.in/gG4dt7yt

For the past nine months, P.A.C.E.has partnered with?The Atlanta Thrive, lead by Kimberly Dukes, to advocate for equitable educational policies in Atlanta Public Schools. Our partnership showcases how strategic advocacy and communications can drive meaningful policy changes, even in complex systems. The campaign has already laid the groundwork for future reforms, and there is immense potential for continued growth and impact through targeted support that transforms awareness into action. Check out latest case study to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eK7Dzs_q

Big news to start the new year

?? From Awareness to Action: Ending Gender-Based Violence for Future Generations ?? Join us this Friday, December 13th, 2024, for a transformative conversation hosted by Re-Build Scholars! We’re bringing together dynamic leaders from law, faith, advocacy, and public health to explore actionable solutions to combat gender-based violence (GBV) in our communities. ?? Date: Friday, December 13, 2024 ? Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM EAT ?? Where: X-Space @ Re-Build Scholars This session will delve into practical ways to transition from raising awareness to taking decisive actions against GBV. Expect powerful insights, impactful strategies, and a renewed commitment to building a violence-free future for generations to come. ?? Why Attend? Because it’s time to move from conversations to solutions. Together, we can create safe, inclusive, and empowered communities. ?? Let’s take a stand against GBV—one action at a time. See you there! Link: https://lnkd.in/dipUApQz #EndGBV #GenderEquality #FutureGenerations #ReBuildScholars #LeadershipForChange

Local governments should consider taking the next step and be represented at a larger level. By joining National League of Cities councils, groups and committees, government officials and staff can network in a more expansive way, interact with peers on topics of interest, and make a greater impact nationwide. National Association of Counties, National Association of Regional Councils, and statewide organizations provide similar opportunities. #governance #goodgovernance #localgovernment #municipalgovernment #networks https://lnkd.in/eKe3U7q6

When appearing before a #ParliamentaryCommittee, simplicity is key. Open with a statement that demonstrates not only your commitment to full cooperation but a shared commitment to the committee's objectives to ensure #Transparency and #Accountability in the use of #PublicFunds. ?????? #speechwriterstudies

Federal Foresight Advocacy Alliance co chairs Kara Cunzeman and Robin Champ shared the benefits of strategic foresight for governance and policy making with young legislators who are part of Future Caucus (formerly Millennial Action Project). We are thrilled that Layla Zaidane and the staff at Future Caucus (formerly Millennial Action Project) as well as the young legislators they work with are seeing the value of (1) futures thinking in an era of uncertainty and change and (2) of taking the longer view so policymaking benefits not only today's generations but those who will come after us. All the reasons we see to create a #USOfficeofStrategicForesight apply at the subnational level as well. Perhaps these young legislators will lead the charge for creating state-level Offices of Strategic Foresight and ensuring that state agencies have foresight capacities embedded within. With policymaking at the national level in flux, this capacity is all the more urgent. #strategicforesight #anticipatorygovernance #institutionalizingforesight #government Robin Champ Suzette Brooks Masters Kara Cunzeman Reed Howard Wendy Feliz Elizabeth Clay Roy Ari Wallach Daniel Chenok Cynthia Selin Mike Berkowitz Emily Thielmann Maya Ingram IBM Center for The Business of Government Partnership for Public Service Apolitical Foundation School of International Futures (SOIF) Aditi Juneja Marci Harris Diyana (Ishak) West Cat Zuzarte Tully Ana Rodriguez DeFrates - MSW, JD Heather D. Benoit Kampa

My review of Francis Shor's excellent new book, *Peace Advocacy in the Shadow of War* is live at #TheJournalofPeaceEducation. Learning from Prof. Shor about previously under-recognized activists and organizations alongside luminaries and mass movements is an honor. In a time when global conflict seems to be on the rise, and existing conflicts are intensifying, a book like this is even more needed: https://lnkd.in/g24YAk89

In recent years, I have taken an active interest in social and economic public policy and advocacy. I believe that collective action can bring about positive change. Every policy decision affects our communities, our future, and the world. We can all live better lives if we advocate for policies that promote equality, inclusion, and sustainability. #community #changemaker #publicpolicy

From a policy advocacy point of view, in my experience, what works best is to identify reform minded people in different political parties and push your reform ideas through them, and build a coalition for the reform and change you want to achieve. This coalition needs to include experts, civil society organisations, political parties, and grassroots activists. However, it is important to note that these reform minded political leaders are handful in developing countries and they are also likely to face severe pushback from their party leaders. Hence the need for very smart and consistent advocacy. -18 November, 2021