Become an Advocacy Ambassador
Support ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ's legislative work to enhance local school board excellence and district success.
The ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ Advocacy Ambassador Program is a grassroots program designed to build relationships between school board members and state and federal legislators. Advocacy Ambassadors help ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ meet its advocacy goals by sharing personal stories and expertise on policies related to education. From January to June, ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ will host monthly virtual Advocacy Ambassador meetings to brief members on bills under consideration, legislative action, and hot topics board members need to be aware of.
No experience is necessary to become an Advocacy Ambassador – all you need is your voice, your passion, and commitment to making a difference!
An Advocacy Ambassador’s Role
Advocacy Ambassadors must serve on an ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ member board, be willing to advocate for ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ’s legislative priorities, build relationships with key decision-makers, and act during critical moments. ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ will provide advocacy resources to help you effectively communicate with legislators along with timely updates to ensure you are briefed on the latest state and federal legislative developments.
Here's what you may be asked to do:
- Send introductory letters/emails to your elected officials.
- Request to be included in local elected officials’ district mailings and e-newsletters.
- Track and attend community events like town halls and update ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ on key takeaways.
- Share your personal story or provide public testimony on important legislation.
- Attend legislative meetings in Springfield, Washington D.C., or local district offices (with provided talking points).
- Call or email policy staff to share the impact of proposed legislation on your school district.
- Update the ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ Governmental Relations team on district events and meetings with legislators.
- Recruit fellow school board members to get involved in ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ’s advocacy efforts.
If you are interested in becoming an ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ Advocacy Ambassador, simply fill out the online interest form below. Contact the ³ÉÈ˶¶Òõ Government Relations team​ with questions.
