AESA State Advocacy Workshop Series

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM) (EDT)

Description

Navigating the ever-changing policy landscape is critical for ESAs to remain effective and influential. AESA is proud to present a three-part webinar series designed to equip ESA leaders with the knowledge and strategies to understand, build, and implement effective advocacy efforts!

Session 1 (April 29): Understanding & Influencing the Policy Context

This session will provide clarity in a rapidly evolving policy environment, helping you interpret and influence decisions at the state and national levels.

  • Cut Through the Confusion – Learn where to find reliable policy info and what it means for your ESA.
  • Look Ahead – Use a forecasting tool to predict and prepare for policy changes.
  • Build Key Relationships – Connect with legislators and state education leaders.
  • Practice Sharing Information – Get tips on explaining policy issues clearly to others.

Session 2 (May 14): Building a Winning Advocacy Strategy to Maximize Impact

Find Opportunities in Complexity – Discover how to turn policy challenges into wins for your ESA.

  • Break Through Bureaucracy – Learn how to work effectively with state education leaders.
  • Find New Funding – Explore creative ways to secure funding outside the usual sources.

Session 3 (June 3): Turning Strategy into Action - Executing Your Advocacy Plan

  • Make the System Work for You – Understand how to influence legislative decisions.
  • Meet with Legislators – Learn how to advocate effectively in person.
  • Craft Your Message – Perfect a short, powerful pitch to get your point across fast. 

This webinar series will give you the tools to help shape education policy and funding for your ESA.


Pricing

Workshop series price: $250

Sessions will be recorded and shared with registered participants.

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Event Contact
Ann Fiene
(715) 966-1688
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Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM) (EDT)

Each 90-minute session will begin at 2:00 pm Eastern (1 pm Central; 12 noon Mountain; 11 am Pacific; 10 am Alaska) Time.

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