Join our online workshop on 01/28/2025 at 2:00pm -3:30 ET to learn the basics of policy making and advocacy!
About this Event

Foundations of Policy & Advocacy Workshop

We are excited to announce the "Building a Strong Advocacy Network to Advance Tobacco & Nicotine Prevention" workshop series. This will be a three-part series that will be facilitated and presented by Health Resources in Action, Tobacco-Free Rhode Island, Oasis International, and the Rhode Island Department of Health Tobacco Control Program.

Session 1

During session one- we will lay the foundation for advocacy at the individual level. It will define key terms such as advocacy, education, lobbying, and preemption, and provide an overview of Rhode Island civics. Participants will be introduced to a tool to help them get to know their individual decision-makers.

Session 2 - Policy Landscape and Power Mapping on February 12th - 11:00 to 12:30pm

Will explore the policy landscape both nationally and within Rhode Island, with a focus on flavored tobacco, specifically menthol, mint, and wintergreen flavors. The session will delve into TFRI's tobacco policy priorities and have a discussion about the flavored tobacco restriction in the context of the current political context.

Session 3- Skill Building for Advocacy March 12th - 11:00 to 12:30pm

This session will build upon the previous sessions by providing additional tools and space to enhance attendees ability to participate in collective actions, including letter writing campaigns and providing testimonials through the power of storytelling.

We look forward to seeing you there! Register now to secure your spot!