Advocacy can take many forms. Speaking up for what you need or on behalf of a larger need of your community is a powerful way to go about getting it. We want to empower you to become your own best advocate. Here are some resources to help.
Setting up a meeting with your legislator can sometimes seem scary or intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. The video below will guide you through the process step-by-step!
If you have trouble finding your legislator or their contact information, you can call the Tennessee Disability Coalition for help at 615-383-9442.
Example of a Real-Life Meeting with an Advocate and their Legislator
To help you prepare, we’ve created this video demonstrating how to have a successful meeting with your legislator. Our video stars Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton, from Crossville, TN, and Jason Rogers, a graduate of the Lipscomb University IDEAL Post-Secondary Education Program.
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