Learning and training
Introduction to advocacy
Overview
Date
21 May 2009
Duration
1 day
Time
9.30- – 5.30
Topic
Advocacy and Campaigning
Target audience
People new to advocacy and campaigning or who are looking for an overview of best practice in the area.
Venue
Central London
Fees
Members
| A B | C D | E F G |
|---|---|---|
| £69 | £105 | £181 |
Non-members
| < 500K | 500K - 5M | > 5M |
|---|---|---|
| £104 | £158 | £272 |
More details
Full description
Why choose this course:
To plan effective campaigns and influence decision makers to change policy you need a clear understanding of the advocacy process, its purpose and impact. Poorly thought out advocacy programmes can be ineffective or even counter-productive. This course will explore the reasons for and against engaging in advocacy projects and the specific set of skills and techniques you will draw on.
What you will learn:
• How advocacy can help fulfil the organisational missions of development NGOs
• The importance of ensuring legitimacy and accountability
• The different approaches to advocacy and influencing change
• The implications for NGOs of adopting insider or outsider strategies
• The basic principles of successful public campaigning
• The importance of rigorous planning for effective advocacy
Facilitator
Ian Chandler – The Pressure Group
Booking
If you are a Bond member:
Book a place on this course online
If you are not a Bond member:
Download a booking form
Testimonials
" The Introduction to Advocacy course gave me a great overview of how to run a successful campaign. I would recommend this course to anyone who is new to advocacy and campaigning." Jayde Bradley, Christian Aid.
