An hour discussion group for MDHEQ members with little experience in advocacy at the local or state level, but interest in advice about getting started.

Facilitator: Mark Paller and Sakni Naqvi, MDHEQ Board Members

Format:  informal didactic session (Zoom) with continuous Q&A and small group practice breakouts.

Outline:
How the state legislative process works
Using the MN Legislature website to follow pending legislation
Emphasis that “all politics is local” is really true
Know your legislators (and city council members)
Talking about a subject of interest 
When to write or meet your representatives