Tag
Advocacy
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Joyce Raezer: A Social CEO in Action
What would inspire your CEO to start tweeting or posting on Facebook? For the executive director of the…
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Arizona Students Association’s University Funding Targeted
After the Arizona Students' Association played a major role in a ballot referendum in the state, the group…
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Associations Mixed on Whole Foods’ GMO Labeling Plan
While one association has long been pushing for the change, another worries that the organic food chain’s decision…
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Switched at Birth: How One Association Embraced a Hit TV Show
The National Association for the Deaf has found a public vehicle for its interests in the form of…
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Public Debates: Fighting Back When You’re Outmatched
How one association found itself in a public debate against a major star. Also: What one fading form…
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We the People: Why the White House Spoke out on Cellphones
Over the past few months, the Obama administration’s “We the People” site has proven an effective engagement tool…
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Grassroots Advocacy: AARP Helps Its Members Keep Their Lights On
In an example of local grassroots advocacy, the association is helping Long Island’s 50+ population push for an…
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Government Relations: A Common Agenda
The National Retail Federation's success on the swipe-fees issue is evidence that you can find common ground in government…
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The Big Win: National Retail Federation’s Swipe Fees Victory
From shoe leather on the Hill to crafting the right media message, the National Retail Federation’s Mallory Duncan…
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Municipal Association of South Carolina Wins Big
It's not just the National Retail Federation that can put together such major legislative victories. Here's how one…
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CEO to CEO: Advocacy Campaigning
What was your association’s most successful advocacy campaign? We pose the question to a group of association CEOs.
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American Associations Day: The “Power of A” Visits the Hill
Why you should make the time for ASAE's annual fly-in on American Associations Day.
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Associations Seek Transition Period for DC Healthcare Exchange
As the national picture of state-run vs. federal healthcare exchanges takes shape, organizations in Washington, DC, expressed concern…
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Travel Blitz: A Member-Centered Advocacy Campaign
The U.S. Travel Association is turning to its members to power up its advocacy efforts. The new grassroots…
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Court Rules Maine Municipal Association May Lobby
A U.S. district court judge ruled the Maine Municipal Association was allowed to take a side on a…
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Native American Groups Press DC’s Football Team for Name Change
The NFL team that calls Washington home is under fire again over its controversial name. Native American associations…
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Widely-Backed Coalition Pushes Back on Sequestration
On Monday, NDD United, a group that has the backing of thousands of associations, pushed the federal government…
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American Bar Association Honors Gay Community
During the American Bar Association’s Midyear Meeting, the group held a ceremony honoring lawyers who champion gay-rights causes…
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How One Association Is Battling Traffic Congestion
A new report on American drive time and roadway congestion is providing fodder for the American Road and…
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Texas Medical Associations Back Medicaid Expansion
Bucking the stance of many of the state’s Republicans, two of the largest medical associations in Texas support…
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Association Agenda: Forceful Legislative Fly-Ins
A recent survey details best practices when working with Capitol Hill during legislative fly-ins.
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Association for Electronic Music Takes Shape
Electronic dance music now has its own voice in the music industry, but with the Association for Electronic…
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Nonprofits Move to Support Women in Combat Roles
Civilian groups supporting veterans and military families look to adjust their offerings for service women, following the Defense…
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Independent Sector: Keep Discounted Postal Rates
After nonprofit postal rates avoided elimination in the 112th Congress, Independent Sector is seeking an early commitment from …
