/ en Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:45:46 -0500 Wed, 03 Jul 19 09:53:56 -0500 <p> </p> <p>Learn how to become a better advocate for nurses and patients through a series of advocacy training videos.</p> <h3>How to advocate on Capitol Hill</h3> <p> Your browser does not support the video tag. </p> <h3>Storytelling</h3> <p>People have trouble remembering facts, but they never forget a good story. Effective advocacy appeals to the heart, as well as the head and political health, of the legislator. Learn how to organize and present your story through the tactics used by actors.</p> <p></p> <p> </p> <h3>Building Relationships</h3> <p>Building relationships with elected officials can sometimes be difficult and uncomfortable. It forces you to get close to politicians in ways that may feel “prickly” – like hugging a porcupine.</p> <p></p> <h3>Personalizing an Email to Congress</h3> <p>Email campaigns by grassroots organizations are the most common form of advocacy in America. Congressional Management Foundation research proves that personalized communication is more influential than form communication.</p> <p></p> <h3>To-do list prior to meeting with Congress</h3> <p>Coming to Washington can be both exciting and intimidating. This is a step-by-step guide to prepare you for your meetings with Congress and their staff.</p> <p>></p> <p> </p> Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:53:56 -0500 Videos /resources/thought-leaders <p>Learn from some of the top nursing leaders in the health care world. </p> Wed, 06 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0500 Videos