Narcbeck Wetland Sanctuary

Policy Leadership in Washington

How we advocate for birds in Washington State and beyond.

Take Action and Advocate Effectively

One strength of the Audubon Network is its ability to mobilize around ever-evolving conservation challenges through political advocacy, community education, and engagement. Lawmakers care about your views and opinions. As a constituent, you have a unique power to convey your concerns about issues affecting birds, wildlife, and their habitats. Participating in Audubon's advocacy efforts is easy and will go a long way in protecting our birds and wildlife. Here are some ways you can take action:

Actions You Can Take

  • Sign up for Action Alerts from Audubon.
  • Join your local Audubon chapter and get involved with its conservation committee.
  • If you have 15 minutes, call your state legislators.
  • If you have an hour, schedule in-district meetings with your legislators, who often hold office hours at local coffee shops or community centers.
  • If you have a half-day, travel to Olympia to meet with your legislators, testify at a hearing, or submit public comments on a bill.
  • If you want to make a strong public statement, write letters-to-the-editor or op-eds.

Know How To

For more information on how to book legislator meetings (including a sample email) or to download the legislator contact spreadsheet, check out the Focus on Advocacy toolkit.

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