DAY AT THE STATE HOUSE
Join the
Women's Leadership Action Coalition
Wednesday, May 13, 2009,
8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hall of Flags
Maine State House, Augusta
+ Connect with other women from around the state.
+ Learn how the legislative session will affect women.
+ Develop your advocacy skills.
+ Use your voice to influence the political process.
================= AGENDA for the Day
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8:30 - 9:00 Registration, Coffee, Advocacy Displays
Registration is in the Hall of Flags, located on the 2nd Floor of the State House. Get some coffee and a muffin, view the organizational displays, connect with other women.
9:00 - 9:15 Welcome by Legislative Women Leaders, Overview of the Day-Welcome Center, 1st Floor of the State House
9:15 - 10:15 Current Legislative and Budget Issues
Overview of current Women's Economic Security Agenda issues before the Legislature and the impact of proposed budget cuts on women and families
10:15 -11:30 How You Can Influence Policy Decisions
Hands-on training on how you can use your voice to influence the political process and public opinion
1) Introduction to Advocacy/Citizen Lobbying-Welcome Center
2) Mock Public Hearing-Room 105, Cross Office Building lower level
3) Tour State House-meet in Hall of Flags
11:30 - Noon Wrap Up of Morning and Next Steps-Developing Your
Advocacy Plan and Steps
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch-Bring your own Brown Bag or eat in the State House Cafeteria (Arrange ahead of time to meet with your Legislator)
1:00 - 2:00 Optional Action Activities
· Attend a public hearing or work session
· Connect with/shadow your Legislator
· Tour the State House/Participate in Scavenger Hunt
Complete Evaluation Form
Maine Equal Justice is a member of the Women's Leadership Action Coalition. For more information, contact:
Maine Centers for Women, Work and Community
at 1-800-442-2092.
To register,e-mail: lhilton@maine.edu
OR register online at
www.womenworkandcommunity.org.
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