Advocacy Information & Update

www.wastatepta.org/advocacy/index.html

WHAT IS ADVOCACY?
Advocacy means to speak up, to plead a cause, or to make a case for another.  We can be leaders in engaging at all government levels to build a better world for ALL children.  We can make small steps toward solutions to big problems.

GRASSROOTS CONNECTION LISTSERV
To get connected with statelegislative advocacy efforts, you can join this listserv, which will provide you with updates.  To do this, send an email requesting this list to support@wastatepta.org.

If you need help in finding information or believe you have an issue of concern that could affect all children and families, and you want to do something about it, contact Cathy Uthus at cathyuthus@comcast.net

• For your child to his/her teacher
• For changes in curriculum at your school
• To add a crosswalk or street signs to improve safety around your school
• For the reform of the children’s welfare system
• To improve school nutrition
• To improve education funding from the state
• To support national efforts to increase access to healthcare for children