Public Policy

Often advocating for a policy change is
more successful by starting on the local or
state level, or even within your university
or company. AWIS National is here to
offer resources for you to advocate for
issues you care about.

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AWIS Members from Texas, New Jersey, West Virginia and Maryland join AWIS CEO Sandy Robert, CAE, to advocate for legislation that advances diversity in STEM.

AWIS’ public policy resources are an AWIS Membership benefit. Friends of AWIS can receive select resources as indicated below. Become an AWIS Member for full access.

Step One

AWIS Member Full Access

Non-Member Access

Public Policy and Advocacy at the Local Level

Advocacy for Scientists: Five Tips for Sustained Action Webinar

Adriana Bankston, PhD, guides the audience through key strategic practices for seasoned policy advocates and those just beginning their advocacy journey. In this webinar, learn about how to build and keep momentum for the cause you are passionate about as Dr. Bankston explores her path from science to advocacy.

Step Two

AWIS Member Full Access

Non-Member Access

Advocacy from Home or Office

Resources to help you find, research, and contact your local representatives

Call script and letter writing template*
Legislative representative lookup tool
Legislation tracking tools*

*Exclusive AWIS Membership benefit

Step Three

AWIS Member Full Access

Non-Member Access

Take your Messaging to the Next Level

We know that some AWIS chapters are ready to merge their STEM and advocacy. Find out tips and tricks to take your advocacy to the next level.

AWIS Talking Points
Draft your own talking points for causes you are working towards*

*Exclusive AWIS Membership benefit

Step Four

AWIS Member Full Access

Non-Member Access

Tips and Tricks and Promising Practices

Explore the best practices for effective outreach

General tips and tricks
Making phone calls*
Holding face-to-face meetings*
Writing emails or letters*

*Exclusive AWIS Membership benefit

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How did it go?

AWIS has been working on crafting these resources for our members and we want to hear from you. Is this what you want from National? Which resources were the most useful? Where should we expand? Be prepared to let us know how you felt about Public Policy and Advocacy Week!