December 19, 2024
The MMA will provide a pre-legislative session Physician Forum on how to effectively communicate with legislators and advocate for the issues that matter most to Minnesota’s physicians and physicians-in-training.
The virtual forum, “Effective Advocacy: How to Talk to Your Legislator and Make Your Voice Heard,” will be held Wednesday, February 5, from noon to 1 pm.
The forum will feature Dave Renner, the MMA’s director of advocacy, and Chad Fahning, the MMA’s manager of state legislative affairs.
The forum is a pre-session for those attending the Physicians’ Day at the Capitol on February 19 but is open to anyone who is interested in learning how to better advocate for medicine at the Capitol. It will be recorded for those unable to attend.
Key topics covered will include:
The importance of advocacy and why your voice matters
How to identify and engage with the right legislator
Best practices for writing effective emails, making phone calls, and scheduling face-to-face meetings
Tips for framing your message clearly, respectfully, and persuasively
Understanding the legislative process and how to navigate it to maximize your impact
Overcoming common challenges and misconceptions in advocacy efforts.
The forum, which is sponsored by Copic, is free for all, but registration is required. Click here to register.
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