What steps do I need to take to create an advocacy plan?

A well-laid plan aids in advocacy. Fortunately, you don't have to start the process from scratch. This template to draft an advocacy plan and this inventory readiness questionnaire can help. The National Council for the Social Sciences adapted both from from Avner, M., & Wise, J. (2013). The lobbying and advocacy handbook for nonprofit organizations: Shaping public policy at the state and local level.