Write to Influence
Writing to elected officials, decision-makers, or organizations is a powerful way to make your voice heard and advocate for change!
Whether it's through emails, letters, or petitions — thoughtfully crafted messages can bring attention to concerns in your community and ensure that those in power understand your perspective. Don’t underestimate the impact your words can have — writing to influence is a key tool for driving change and making a difference!
Explore UW Impact's Advocacy Toolkit
These writing resources will equip you to make a meaningful impact!
The UW Impact Advocacy Tool Kit provides a variety of resources to help you effectively advocate for what matters most to you. It includes tips for contacting elected officials, writing persuasive emails and letters, engaging on social media, giving testimony, and even sample correspondence.
Introduce Yourself to Your State Lawmakers
Use this easy-to-use form — introduce yourself to your lawmakers in 30 seconds!
This tool, from Huskies on the Hill and UW Impact, allows you to quickly connect with your state representatives and advocate for the University of Washington and public higher education. With just a simple form, you can send a pre-written email to your state legislators, urging them to support crucial funding that maintains UW’s academic excellence and accessibility.
BINGO TIP: You will also have the option to personalize your email, which is a great opportunity to share a personal story or example of how reflection on your values has affected your perspective. The Reflect on your Core Values bingo tile offers great resources on how you can intentional share your values to personalize your introductory email.
Introductory Email to Legislatures Form
Find Your Representative
Take action by contacting your elected officials and advocating for the changes you care about!
Use this tool to quickly find your city, state legislative, and congressional representatives by entering your home address. Understanding who represents you in all levels of government is the first step in making your voice heard on the issues that matter most.
Find Your District and Councilmembers
Washington State District Finder
US House of Representatives - Find Your Representative
My Congressional District (census.gov)
Connect with the Husky Caucus
Did you know the Husky Caucus is a group of UW alumni currently serving in the State Legislature?!
Their mission is to advocate for policies that support higher education and UW's priorities. This group of dedicated legislators works to ensure that UW remains a leader in academic excellence, research, and accessibility. The Husky Caucus highlights the impact UW alumni have in shaping public policy.
Get Involved in the Legislative Process: Make Your Voice Heard in Washington State Government
By getting involved, you help shape the future of policies that impact Washington!
Learn how to engage with the Washington State Legislature through public testimony, submitting comments, and contacting your legislators. This resource provides step-by-step guidance on how to participate in the legislative process, whether you want to attend hearings, offer input on bills, or follow legislative action online.
This opportunity is associated with: Dream Project
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