On Tuesday, March 24th and Wednesday March 25th, the chapter's most valued advocates will come together for MS Action Day 2009.
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During these two days, volunteers will attend educational programs focusing on Society advocacy issues and meeting with legislators at the capitol. During the legislative meetings, we will be addressing issues that are vital to individuals living with MS in Illinois.
These two days are the chapter's strongest and most influential form of public advocacy. The Greater Illinois Chapter is looking for dedicated volunteers to become involved in these advocacy efforts and to be advocacy leaders in their community.
March 24-25, 2009
Hilton Hotel, Springfield, IL
Register for MS Action Day 2009 by calling 1.800.344.4867 or email advocacy@ild.nmss.org
2009 Teleconference Training Schedule
- March 5th, 6:30-8:30 pm: Advocacy 101, Home Services Program, and Physical Therapy
- March 19th, 6:30-8:30 pm: Logistics of MS Action Day
Download Past Teleconference Trainings for Review
- Advocacy 101 - Understanding the Legislative Process (.mp3)
- Issue Briefing on Utility Rates (.mp3)
- Issue Briefing on Home Care Expansion, Scratch Out MS; Participant Logistics (.mp3)
MS Action Day Advocate Requirements:
- Participate in the teletrainings leading up to MS Action Day
- Participate in both days of MS Action Day in Springfield
- Serve as an advocacy volunteer for the Senate district for at least one year
- At least one follow-up meeting with legislator
- Recruit 3-5 new members to the Action Alert Network
The chapter will provide:
- Hotel accommodations (please check with the hotel for accessibility specifications)
- Food (except for lunch at the capitol on Wednesday)
- Travel reimbursement to Springfield
- Materials and supplies for MS Action Day visits
- Training materials and MS Action Day trainings