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Advocacy Forums
Students In the nation's capital are lucky to have access to people involved in the policy making process to help them understand how Washington works far beyond where a textbook leaves off. The Bryce Harlow Foundation sponsors advocacy forums at local universities in order to increase both graduate and undergraduate students' knowledge of advocacy and lobbying through a discussion session with Capitol Hill lobbyists. During a typical Advocacy Forum in a college classroom, prominent government relations professionals from major corporations, trade associations, and lobbying firms share their expertise and experiences with students in order to create a dialogue about the true nature of advocacy and its particular importance in the nation's capital. Representatives discuss their part in the legislative process, how the role of the lobbyist has changed over the years, and the high professional standards of integrity that are central to the profession. Since stereotypes and misconceptions obviously exist about lobbying, Bryce Harlow Advocacy Forums provide an excellent opportunity for students to ask the tough questions about lobbying and receive first-hand information.
Presenters at the Bryce Harlow Forums on Advocacy are members of our board and their colleagues in Washington, DC. They have exceptional backgrounds in both the public and private sectors. Because they are working on pivotal issues, they are a tremendous resource for students of public policy, law, political science, and other related courses. Generally, one or two speakers participate in the 60-90 minute forum, depending upon the size of the audience. There is no cost to the school; the Bryce Harlow Foundation pays all costs associated with the visit.
A study of public policy making in Washington would not be complete without a discussion of the role played by professional advocates. Contact us to schedule an Advocacy Forum or to receive more information.
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