FACTSHEET - What Is Advocacy? 2.0 - WHAT IS ADVOCACY? Effective advocacy enables nonprofits to shape the public debate on important social

What is Advocacy 2.0 FACTSHEET What Is Advocacy? 2.0 WHAT IS ADVOCACY? Effective advocacy enables nonprofits to shape the public debate on important social issues and ensure that underserved communities have a voice in the policies that impact their lives. [...] On the other hand, “non- lobbying advocacy” is often used to refer to those activities that don’t meet the definition of lobbying because they don’t involve the making of legislative recommendations. [...] Evaluate your organization’s mission and goals and examine whether current programs involve advocacy as a means to address problems or grievances in the community. [...] Use AFJ’s free online Advocacy Capacity Tool to assess your advocacy skills, identify specific gaps and strategic opportunities, and focus resources to strengthen your organization and achieve the best results possible. [...] The information is not a substitute for expert legal, tax, or other professional advice tailored to your specific circumstances, and may not be relied upon for the purposes of avoiding any penalties that may be imposed under the Internal Revenue Code or state or local law.