June 18, 2026
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
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Communicating for Influence – Constitutional Academy (Course 6)
About This Event
June 18 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Writing and Speaking Effectively to Elected Officials
Effective advocacy depends on clear, confident communication. In this session, participants will learn how to write and speak persuasively to elected officials through calls, emails, letters, and in-person conversations. The class will also cover how legislative offices handle constituent outreach, how to tailor value-based messages for greater impact, and how to navigate conversations with staff and gatekeepers effectively.
Learning Objectives
- Communicate effectively through calls, letters, emails, and in-person conversations.
- Craft clear, value-based messages tailored to elected officials and staff.
- Understand how legislative offices prioritize constituent communications.
- Confidently navigate interactions with gatekeepers at congressional offices.
