LRCS is proud to host the Empowered Families Advocacy Program with New Futures. Register Today!

This event is FREE! Register Today! https://new-futures.org/Events/details/137/Empowered-Families-Advocacy-Program

Lakes Region Community Services is proud to be partnering with New Futures on the Empowered Families Advocacy Program!

Join a supportive community of New Hampshire families learning to create real policy change through effective advocacy skills.

The series includes six two-hour sessions:

October 14: Connecting with New Futures and Other Advocates
November 12: Advocacy 101: An overview of the legislative process and advocacy methods
December 9: The Power of a Personal Story
January 13: Building Successful Connections and Self-Care
February 10: Confidence Building and Public Speaking
March 10: Get Together with Experienced Advocates and Legislators

What You’ll Learn:

Become a confident advocate:

Tell Your Story – Learn to share your family’s experiences in ways that influence policymakers
Master Advocacy Skills – Practice testifying, writing letters to editors, and communicating with legislators
Navigate the State House – Understand how NH government works and how to engage effectively
Build Lasting Connections – Join a network of families committed to positive change
Practice Self-Care – Learn strategies for sustainable advocacy

Who Should Join?

This program is perfect for you if you:

Have experienced challenges with systems affecting your family (child care, health care, mental health supports, etc.)
Want to make a difference in New Hampshire, but want to gain more confidence and skills
Are already involved in your community and ready for the next level
Believe your family’s experience could help other families

If you have any questions about this training program, please email Carrie Duran, Advocacy and Community Engagement Coordinator at carrie.duran@lrcs.org.