Organize

O1: develop action plan to reach specific goals

The Advocacy Development Committee has developed a strategic plan to guide actions in the year.

Advocacy Strategic Goals 2021 - 2022

O5: build or participate in a coalition with other organizations to advocate for educational and legislative concerns and the like for all under Activate

In June of 2022, we were invited to host a booth and help educators in Pasadena ISD learn more about TALE and ways they can advocate for literacy. Members of GHALE (Greater Houston Area Local Council) hosted the table.

O7: send action alerts to members

The Advocacy Development Committee uses Twitter to send action alerts. Those are then shared via the TALE Twitter account and TALE Facebook page.

1/21/22

O9: other organizational systems - Annual Committee Meeting

O8: organize and present a legislative session or strand of sessions at the state/provincial leadership workshop

At the Annual TALE conference, we invited Molly Ness to share her information about Book Deserts and Raise Your Hand Texas presented information on legislation and ways to advocate.

Dr. Molly Ness shared information on book deserts and how students are affected. You can learn more here: https://www.drmollyness.com/