AARP hosts political advocacy workshop Wednesday, April 19

Press release:

FREE MOUNTAIN REGION WORKSHOP
ADVOCATE EFFECTIVELY — MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD

ASHEVILLE — Want to help change the word? Then join like-minded others at a two-hour workshop (sponsored by AARP and UNC Asheville OLLI) for an opportunity to learn how to make your voice heard by federal, state and local officials. A panel of presenters with in-depth experience in advocacy, legislation, and government will discuss the importance of and critical priorities for advocacy; building relationships with elected officials; sources for fact-based information on a wide range of topics; and strategies for advocating effectively.

Participants will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and tools to advocate for causes and topics of importance to them in a fact-based and effective manner. In addition, learn how to set personal priorities, and identify organizations that could benefit from your skills and enthusiasm. This workshop outlines how state and federal legislation is enacted and focuses on key elected officials that represent the Asheville area at the local, state, and federal levels. Register for this free workshop at aarp.cvent.com/NCMakeYourVoiceHeard

Wednesday, April 19, 2017
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
UNC-Asheville, Reuter Center, Manheimer Room
1 Campus view Rd.
Asheville, North Carolina 28804
877-926-8300

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About Dan Hesse
I grew up outside of Atlanta and moved to WNC in 2001 to attend Montreat College. After college, I worked at NewsRadio 570 WWNC as an anchor/reporter and covered Asheville City Council and the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners starting in 2004. During that time I also completed WCU's Master of Public Administration program. You can reach me at dhesse@mountainx.com.

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