Advocacy and Engagement

We can all take action in our communities to help prepare for climate change impacts and reduce the pollution that causes it. These actions, in turn, can protect our health and provide us with a greater sense of security and self-efficacy. Ideas to get started today are below.

Become a Climate Ambassador

The Climate Ambassador training works to strengthen your knowledge about climate change, working for climate solutions, and how to speak and advocate on the issue with confidence and success. This 3-hour training is FREE, self-paced, and offers three free continuing education credits. Upon completion of the training, gain access to presentation resources and an invitation to join a national community of practice and collaboration.

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Advocate for Healthier Communities

Advocacy can take many forms, start with where you're comfortable and continue to amplify your impact by bringing more people into the movement for climate solutions.

Start with people closest to you: your family, neighbors, community, and workplace.

Talk about climate solutions and their health benefits.
Learn about existing, local projects and get involved.
Invite others into action with you.

Educate and engage appointed and elected officials on the need for systemic climate action.

Communicate effectively on how climate change impacts you and those you care about.
Ask your local officials to commit to climate action and report regularly to the community.
Advocate for state and national solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and invest in restoration and resilience for communities at risk.

Review resources from ecoAmerica:

Moving Forward Guide

Local Climate Action Guide

Talking with policy makers can seem intimidating, but remember five key steps to make your engagement as productive as possible:

Start with people: center your message about the values you share with your audience.
Make it real: focus on local realities and tangible issues.
Focus on solutions and personal benefits: climate solutions lead to healthier communities, greater cost savings, and more equitable systems.
Inspire and empower: emphasize that we can make a difference.
Call to action: encourage your audience to act on climate with steps they can take that are meaningful, accessible, and relevant.