Unveiling the Impact of Public Policy: A Dive into Reparations and Legislative Advocacy - Episode 5 This pivotal episode of the Advancing Black Businesses weekly series highlights a groundbreaking moment in the journey toward justice and equity. Montina Young Fraiser, MM, CBCP, an esteemed member of our community, shares her firsthand experience from the Reparations Press Conference and Hearing in support of HB 955, a legislative effort that seeks to address historical injustices through reparations. Montina's' narrative, from her reflections on LinkedIn, brings to light the profound conversations and testimonies that underscored the event. Her insights highlight the significance of HB 955 and illuminate the broader implications of reparations on Black businesses and communities. This session is dedicated to unpacking the layers of public policy news, focusing on how such legislative measures can shape the future of economic empowerment and social justice for Black Americans. As we navigate these discussions, we invite our audience—Black business owners and allies—to engage with the critical issues at the intersection of public policy, legislation, and community impact. This episode serves as a call to action, encouraging informed participation, advocacy, and support for initiatives that promise a more equitable society. Key takeaways from this discussion include: - The importance of legislative advocacy and how individuals and businesses can play a role in shaping policy. - An overview of HB 955 and its potential implications for reparations and economic justice. - Montina Young Fraiser's account of the Reparations Press Conference and Hearing offers a unique perspective on the power of collective voice and action. Join us in this compelling conversation as we explore the depths of public policy and its impact on our community. Through awareness, dialogue, and action, we can contribute to meaningful change and advance the cause of Black businesses and the broader quest for justice and equity. We Want to Hear from You: Your thoughts, insights, and experiences are invaluable to our collective journey. We'd like to encourage you to share your reflections in the comments below and connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Also, we would like to invite you to contribute further by completing the ABB 5-Question Survey. Your feedback is crucial as we strive to make our content more relevant and impactful. Please take 2 minutes to fill out the survey here: https://lnkd.in/eTAbAd2K Together, we can foster an informed, empowered, and united community in pursuing progress. #AdvancingBlackBusinesses #Reparations #PublicPolicy #LegislativeAdvocacy #EconomicJustice #communityimpact https://lnkd.in/eCmq-wbu
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It’s Day 17 of “30 Days of Advocacy Tips for Chamber Executives”. Having trustworthy news and information sources is key to making educated decisions. This means using your state legislature's website to learn about the legislative calendar, bills and laws, or the committees. Using the .gov website for your state will have updated information that you should leverage and is a great place to answer questions about what's happening in the legislature. If you want to learn more about how to properly use the information that you learn, read the blog below. https://bit.ly/3WwgK5D #advocacy #politics #news #laws #bills
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VoterVoice (Part of FiscalNote) Webinar: February 15, 2PM ET — Have you ever wondered if your grassroots advocacy strategy has the power to truly influence policy decisions in Congress? Want to make sure your well-crafted messages have the most impact on your lawmaker’s inbox? New research from Fireside reveals insights that can help you do just that. Researchers from University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Santa Barbara, and Columbia University analyzed over 1.6 million constituent communications to decode what district-level correspondence data can teach us about advocates and lawmakers. Join one of the expert public opinion researchers who conducted this report for a live webinar where they’ll present their findings, and gain actionable insights from advocacy professionals to shape your advocacy strategy and relationships with legislators going into an election year. Our speakers: 🔊 David Broockman, associate professor, University of California, Berkeley 🔊 Kristin St. John senior manager of coalition and advocacy campaigns, McKesson 🔊 Moderated by Nick Consler, general manager of advocacy and constituent services, FiscalNote See you on February 15! Register here for the webinar. https://fnlink.co/3U6EEUt #lawmaking #congress #government #federalgovernment #election2024
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VoterVoice (Part of FiscalNote) Webinar: February 15, 2PM ET — Have you ever wondered if your grassroots advocacy strategy has the power to truly influence policy decisions in Congress? Want to make sure your well-crafted messages have the most impact on your lawmaker’s inbox? New research from Fireside reveals insights that can help you do just that. Researchers from University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Santa Barbara, and Columbia University analyzed over 1.6 million constituent communications to decode what district-level correspondence data can teach us about advocates and lawmakers. Join one of the expert public opinion researchers who conducted this report for a live webinar where they’ll present their findings, and gain actionable insights from advocacy professionals to shape your advocacy strategy and relationships with legislators going into an election year. Our speakers: 🔊 David Broockman, associate professor, University of California, Berkeley 🔊 Kristin St. John senior manager of coalition and advocacy campaigns, McKesson 🔊 Moderated by Nick Consler, general manager of advocacy and constituent services, FiscalNote See you on February 15! Register here for the webinar. https://fnlink.co/3U6EEUt #lawmaking #congress #government #federalgovernment #election2024
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Make sure that your trip to the state capitol is productive and impactful. Check out the tips below to help make the most of your time.
Have you ever felt like your chamber's state capitol visit was more of a field trip than an effective opportunity to impact policy? Or maybe your chamber has never organized one and you want some advice. Last week, Sarah, our advocacy strategist, wrote this article to help you plan a strategic and impactful state capitol visit. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/44HEoOU
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📜 Did you know? The California State Legislature is buzzing with activity, introducing over 2,000 new bills each year! But let's face it, keeping up with all these bills can be overwhelming. 💡 That's where we come in! At California Public Relations and Advocacy, we offer specialized bill-tracking services designed for organizations like yours. We understand that time is precious, and staying informed is key. 📅 Whether you need daily, weekly, or monthly updates, we've got you covered. Our custom reports are tailored to keep you in the loop with the legislation that matters most to you. 🚀 Don't miss out on critical legislative developments that could impact your organization. Partner with us and navigate the legislative landscape with ease and confidence! 🔗 Learn more about our services and how we can help you stay ahead. https://bit.ly/3SxbKLS #CaliforniaLegislation #BillTracking #PublicRelations #Advocacy #StayInformed
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VoterVoice (Part of FiscalNote) Webinar: February 15, 2PM ET — 🤔 Have you ever wondered if your grassroots advocacy strategy has the power to truly influence policy decisions in Congress? Want to make sure your well-crafted messages have the most impact on your lawmaker’s inbox? New research from Fireside (part of FiscalNote) reveals insights that can help you do just that. Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Santa Barbara, and Columbia University analyzed over 1.6 million constituent communications to decode what district-level correspondence data can teach us about advocates and lawmakers. Join us to hear one of the expert public opinion researchers who conducted this report present their findings, and gain actionable insights to shape your advocacy strategy and relationships with legislators going into an election year. Our speakers: 🔊 David Broockman, associate professor, University of California, Berkeley 🔊 Kristin St. John, senior manager of coalition and advocacy campaigns, McKesson 🔊 Moderated by Nick Consler, general manager of advocacy and constituent services, FiscalNote See you on February 15! Register here for the webinar. https://fnlink.co/3U6EEUt #advocacy #digitaladvocacy #governmentrelations #campaignstrategy #election2024
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It’s Day 14 of “30 Days of Advocacy Tips for Chamber Executives''. Have a plan for your Capitol trip! Trips to the Capitol can be scary, but they don’t have to be. Having a plan will make your experience smoother, more controlled, and more relaxed. This leads to better conversations, better relationships, and a better all around experience. One of the main things that you need to keep in mind is to be brief and impactful. Practice those elevator pitches and know what it is that your audience really wants to hear. We wrote a blog about the best strategic tips for having a successful visit. Read more below. https://bit.ly/4bLLoMz #Capitol #Capital #Advocacy #Communication #Conversations
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Advocacy Tip #28: Sync your Capitol visit with key legislative timings. Research and plan your visit to coincide with crucial committee meetings where your prioritized legislation will be discussed. Public comment periods are a golden opportunity to voice your organization's perspective directly to the decision-makers. Your input can provide real-time insights to legislators, potentially swaying discussions and ensuring that your organization’s concerns are considered in the legislative process. For more tips on powerful visits to your state capitol, check out this post: https://bit.ly/3Y9HMRe #communication #advocacy #voice #talk #PublicPolicy
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Earlier this week, USAging released our recommendations for the 2024 Older Americans Act Reauthorization. To support your advocacy efforts, we created a toolkit to help you connect with your lawmakers about reauthorization, including a fact sheet, OAA key milestones, key congressional committees, talking points, a social media toolkit and more. You can find all these resources at www.usaging.org/OAA.
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Georgia: Want to learn more about policies that could impact your small business? Join us to discuss what YOU need from your elected officials this legislative session and how to get involved in small business advocacy. Register here: https://ow.ly/72xs50Qshcq
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