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We know that securing the attention of the press for your petition can be difficult or confusing at times. We are here to help! Below you will find resources that will help you succeed at obtaining media for your petition. You can use the examples of press notes to write your own customized press release. If you missed our latest media training, you can review the PowerPoint attached below to stay up-to-date on the latest ways to secure media.
To start learning how to secure media for your petition by finding journalists and writing a pitch, watch this short video.
Key tips:
Keep your pitch short, sweet, and concise
This will draw reporters in and help you cut through the noise of everyone else trying to get their attention
Remember that your pitch could go public
Include data points, fact-check, and be sure there are no typos in your pitch
Find journalists who have previously written about issues like yours or report about your local area
Do some research online to find out who is the best journalist for your specific campaign, and cater your pitch to them
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