Influencing Legislation--Advocacy Basics. (original) (raw)

Early educators aim to provide high-quality services for children and families. Those services are often helped or harmed by the nature of the political climate at any moment. Currently, there are many critical issues affecting the field at both the state and national levels. The power of early chlidhood’s collective voices and the desire to make a difference can lead to change. Professionals can talk with government officials about their concerns and hopes for America’s children and families. So much of what needs to be accomplished hinges on political decisions. This article reviews how to be an informed advocate.