Date: April 17, 2012
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Central)
Location: IPHCA Institute for Learning, Springfield, Illinois
About the Training
On April 17, 2012, IPHCA will host a half-day advocacy training at the IPHCA Institute for Learning in Springfield, Illinois. Hear the most recent updates on the political climate and budget challenges facing CHCs in the 2012 Legislative Session. A focus will be placed on current political environment and fiscal realities. Attendees will also learn effective strategies and gain advocacy tools to use when communicating with legislators. Participants will prepare for a full day of Advocating at the Capitol the following day.
Presenters
- Mike Lawrence, former director of the Paul Simon Public Institute at Southern Illinois University and press secretary/senior policy adviser for Governor Jim Edgar
- Marc Wetherhorn, National Advocacy Director, National Association of Community Health Centers
Additional Training Details
Mike Lawrence’s presentation will include:
- History of Illinois Politics
- Political Dynamics in an Election Year
- Budget Realities
Marc Wetherhorn’s presentation will include:
- Grassroots Advocacy Training
- Get the Vote Out
- Effective Advocacy Tools for Influencing the Health Care Agenda
Target Audience:
Chief executive officers, chief operating officers, advocacy personnel and other executive management.
Registration:
Please register no later than Friday, April 13, 2012. There is no charge for IPHCA members; however space is limited - register early.
Registration Note:Registration is open to IPHCA Organizational Members ONLY and space is limited. A limit of two people per health center will be the maximum guaranteed registration. Members may add a third staff member to the waiting list. These wait listed registrants will be notified one week before the training if they are able to attend.