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Advocacy in Focus


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Whether making a specific policy ask or maintaining sustained support, community revitalization professionals and historic preservationists need to develop and hone advocacy skills. Join this course through the Main Street America Institute and presented by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for an in-depth overview of five key advocacy areas:

  1. Media Communications for Advocacy Campaigns

  2. Lobbying and Political Action

  3. Developing a Grassroots Network

  4. Communicating with Elected Officials

  5. Working with an Advocacy Coalition

This 5-part series will feature expert speakers and practitioners from across the community revitalization and preservation fields.

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Dates: Mark these dates on your calendar:
Tuesday, July 7, 1:00 – 1:45 pm CST
Tuesday, July 14, 1:00 – 1:45 pm CST
Tuesday, July 21, 1:00 – 1:45 pm CST
Tuesday, July 28, 1:00 – 1:45 pm CST
Tuesday, August 4, 1:00 – 1:45 pm CST

Format: This online course will consist of five live online sessions. Can’t participate live? All sessions will be recorded for later viewing.

Pricing: This course is free to all those interested in advocating for the revitalization of Main Streets and preservation of historic places.  

Credit: For Main Street America Institute Participants, this course counts towards the Leadership Development Certificate. Learn more.

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