Public Policy
Advocacy Day 2008
Audience:
All NAFSA membersDate(s):
March 11-12, 2008Event Type:
AdvocacyCost:
$100Location:
Washington Plaza HotelTen Thomas Circle, NW
Washington, DC 20005
800.424.1140
Join colleagues from across the country in the nation’s capital to advocate with Members of Congress on the following issues: 1) study abroad and 2) the U.S.'s ability to compete for international students and scholars.
This event spans two days and comprises an integrated set of advocacy training and practice activities, anchored by visits to each participant’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill.
By attending Advocacy Day, you can:
This event spans two days and comprises an integrated set of advocacy training and practice activities, anchored by visits to each participant’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill.
By attending Advocacy Day, you can:
- Explore the fundamentals of advocacy.
- Gain insights into the workings of a congressional office.
- Hear about current political trends as they relate to NAFSA’s legislative priorities.
- Share information with your representative and two senators about the impact of international education on your campus and our local community.
Hotel InformationWashington Plaza HotelTen Thomas Circle, NW Washington, DC 20005 800.424.1140 Discounted Room Rate: $199/night Group reference: NAFSA Advocacy Day |
Contact InformationKari Lantos1307 New York Avenue, NW,8th Floor Washington, DC 20005-4701 grassroots[at]nafsa.org 202.737.3699 x2528 |
Event Program
| Tuesday, March 11 | |
| 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Registration. Washington Plaza Hotel |
| 2:30pm - 4:00pm | Introductory Session on Advocacy for first-time participants First time participants are required to attend this meeting. Advocacy day veterans are also welcome. The briefing will cover the fundamentals of advocacy and will offer insight into the workings of a congressional office. |
| 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Break |
| 4:15pm - 6:15pm | Issues Briefing and Strategizing Session All participants are required to attend this important briefing on international education and exchange issues. Participants will be provided with information and materials for their meeting on the Hill and will have the opportunity to work with other members and NAFSA's public policy staff to develop an effective strategy for meeting with their elected representatives. |
| 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Working dinner |
| Wednesday, March 12 |
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| 7:30am-8:30am | Breakfast |
| 8:30am-8:45am | Depart for Capitol Hill |
| 9:30am - 12:30pm | Congressional Meetings on Capitol Hill |
| 12:30pm | Lunch at Washington Plaza Hotel |
| 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Debriefing Session |
Event Overview
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Related Event
The Washington Symposium, scheduled for the same week, will examine the relationship between international education and global political trends and policies. 
