Public Health Advocacy 101
Tue, Oct 14
|Virtual | Join Workshop or Follow Along
Let your voice be heard! Join us as we reach out to elected officials to advocate for public health and evidence-based solutions. Not sure if you are allowed to advocate? First, we'll cover basics about lobbying, electioneering, and non-lobbying education. We believe every voice makes a difference.
Time & Location
Oct 14, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
Virtual | Join Workshop or Follow Along
About the Event
Impact Project Overview
This event is part of our impact project series. Unable to make the workshop? We have a "Follow Along" option!
Impact Action
We believe that by sending 1 introductory letter to an elected official,
we will raise awareness amongst policymakers that we value public health and evidence-based solutions.
Big Picture Goal
Our elected officials will be informed about the importance of evidence-based solutions for public health.
Portfolio Project + Micro Certificate
Participants walk away with demonstrable experience in being an advocate for public health and evidence-based solutions.
3 Learning Objectives
by the end of the session, participants will be able to
Explain the difference between lobbying and non-lobbying education
Note: This is an important step for government employees and 501(c)3 non-profit organizations. Not legal advice.
Explore Tools for finding your 12+ elected officials and their contact information
Write 1 introductory letter that includes key pieces of information
Agenda:
This 90 minute workshop is split into 3 main parts. Join us for 30 min, 1 hr, or the full 90 min session. Times are approximate.
Please note: Timezone listed for the event is Eastern Time (ET).
Part 1 (30 min). Pretest + Speedrun Tour of resources
Part 2 (30 min). Step-by-Step walkthrough
Part 3 (30 min). Create with community
Tickets are limited. Reserve your spot now by registering.
Instructor
Tracy Flood MD PhD
President and Co-founder
BroadStreet Institute
Dr. Flood has over a decade experience in community health data and data visualization. She is passionate about empowering community change, increasing data literacy, and turning data into actions that will have long-term impact.
Let's discover how data heals the world.
FAQs:
Q: Is it free?
Yes, this is a free event. If you'd like to donate to our Community Health Impact Fund, please see https://www.broadstreet.org/give
Q: Will it be recorded?
Yes, parts of the session will be recorded. Want to participate in the Impact Project, but unable to attend the event? Select the "Follow Along" ticket option below.
Q: What will I need?
Computer recommended for the workshop. This is an interactive and collaborative session. Joining on mobile is not recommended. If your worksite blocks collaborative platforms like Gdrive, please consider joining on a non-work computer.
Q: What if I cannot make the workshop on Tuesday?
We have a "Follow Along" option for those who want to participate and earn a Micro Certificate. We send email updates the week of the workshop.
Disclosures:
BroadStreet Institute and the events are fully funded by our community. We hope you will love this Impact Project and, if you are not a donor yet, we hope you will consider becoming a donor in the future.