Effective advocacy requires knowledge about the various legislative and regulatory processes, as well as how to work with the media, and build strong coalitions. The Toolkit provides specific information for advocates on how to work together to promote excellence in early childhood education. NOTE: Most advocates work with or for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations which have legal limits on what they can and cannot do with regard to the separate activities of (1) lobbying and (2) political activities. A legal memo called Do's and Don'ts for 501 (c)(3)'s should be read by everyone who engages in advocacy efforts at any level.
Advocacy Training & Tools
Rules for 501(c)(3)'s
- Do's and Don'ts in an Election Year guide
- Information for Nonprofits and Foundations (from the Alliance for Justice)
- Guide to NonPartisan Voter Registration and G.O.T.V. Drives
- State-by-State Voter Registration Information
Critical Facts & Research
- Critical Facts about Programs for Young Children
- Critical Facts about the Early Childhood Workforce
- Critical Facts about Children and Families
- Research Studies and Task Force Reports Can Help You Advocate for High-Quality Early Childhood Education
The Federal Legislative Process
Other Resources
