ACTFL
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
Advocacy Tips
These tips are published in the Legislative Look section of The Language Educator:
Advocacy Resources at Your Fingertips
Advocacy and Future Language Teachers
Are You Involved With Professional Organizations Beyond World Languages?
Bring the Message to Organizations Beyond the Language Profession
Create a Pool of Language Professionals Willing to Testify
Cultivating Connections and Networking with Local, State and National Decision-Makers
Educate the Local Board of Education and Other Local Stakeholders
Educate Other Decision-Makers in Your Community About the Benefits of Language Learning
Engage Local Press to Publicize Your Advocacy Efforts
Get Local School and Community “Buy-In” to Start or Expand a Program
Get on the Agendas of State Decision-Makers
Invite Members of Congress to Your School
Invite State Legislators and U.S. Congressmen to Visit Your Program
Learn if Your Legislator Serves on a Committee
Meet Candidates When They Are Running for Office
Participate in a Town Hall Meeting or Other Campaign Event
State Legislative Sessions Convene in January—Now What Do I Do?
Take Advantage of "Fridays at Home"
Use Key Online Sources to Stay Informed and In Touch with Legislators
Volunteer to Testify for or Against Bills that Affect Language Education
