Grassroots Advocacy Tool Kit - Courtesy of BMS

64 ADVOCACY STRATEGIES FOR INTERACTING WITH REGULATORY AGENCIES Advocates Can Make a Difference

SUCCESS IN REGULATORY ADVOCACY A Small Group of Advocates Making a Difference CONCLUSION RESOURCES & SUPPORT TOOLS Guide: Drafting Comments to Regulatory Agencies Guide: Key Websites for Additional Information

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GROWING IN ADVOCACY INTRODUCTION 76

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EXTENDING YOUR OUTREACH The Importance of Getting Others Involved ENGAGEMENT THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Local Events Community Fundraising

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Research Advocacy Program Congressional District Meetings Volunteering Lobby Day or Advocacy Day Webinar Series Social Media Public Meetings Advocacy Scholarships Online Calendar THE IMPORTANCE OF CELEBRATING YOUR SUCCESS THE LOOK OF SUCCESS Successful Examples of Advocacy Efforts by Patient Organizations CONCLUSION

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RESOURCES & SUPPORT TOOLS How-To Guide for Developing Other Advocates Advocate Template for Sharing Stories and Successes

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