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ASAE Urges Tennessee Governor to Veto Anti-LGBTQ Bill
In a letter this week, ASAE asked Governor Bill Lee to veto a bill it says “promotes mistreatment…
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Why An Entrepreneurial Mindset Can Help Advocacy Campaigns Succeed
Here is a truth most government relations professionals don’t expect: You’re an entrepreneur. Just like a plucky business…
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Nurse Practitioners Hit the Road to Tackle COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
A boots-on-the-ground approach seeks to boost COVID-19 vaccinations in underserved and minority communities by dispelling fears, answering questions,…
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Six Ways Associations Can Bring “Earth Day Is Every Day” to Life
Earth Day prompts us all to focus on environmentalism. But many associations—through their buildings, sustainability strategies, and advocacy—live…
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Healthcare Groups Encourage People to Still Receive Care During Pandemic
One of the major impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the avoidance of visits to physician offices,…
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Weekly Now: Associations Speak Up for Cash Payments
As cash increasingly gets pushed aside during the pandemic, associations call for legislation to ensure that consumers maintain…
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Associations Speak Out for Voting Rights, Access on Heels of Georgia Law
A new Georgia law that many contend is aimed at suppressing voters, as well as concern over similar…
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World Health Day: How Associations Fought for Public Health During a Year of COVID-19
Associations stepped up to take on key public health roles during the pandemic, informing the public and supporting…
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Literary Research Group Seeks Systemic Change on Racial Justice in Field
The Literacy Research Association recently released a report calling for racial justice in the field. The organization wants…
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Association Shifts Its Messaging from “Awareness” to “Acceptance”
The Autism Society of America changed its April awareness campaign to one more focused on acceptance, with the…
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Weekly Now: The Case for Distributing Vaccines At Truck Stops
A coalition of trucking groups says that drivers face challenges with traditional vaccine distribution. Also: Why you should…
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Associations Considering PPP Loans Have Options
Many 501(c)(6) groups are deciding if they should apply for federal assistance programs to reduce the financial impact…
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Associations Concerned as Digital Ad Tax Bills Proliferate at State Level
Media outlets, tech companies, and other organizations that offer digital advertising and collect customer data—including associations—are challenging a…
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When and How to Recommend Employees Seek Mental Health Help
Employees might need more assistance with their mental health struggles than the occasional day of self-care. Managers can…
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Develop Partnerships to Expand Impact
The pandemic has pushed association staffs to do more with less—to advocate for, communicate to, and educate their…
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Super Bowl Performance Brings Visual Language to Big Audience
Chosen by the National Association of the Deaf to perform at the Super Bowl pregame, a deaf performer…
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Why Nominating Members for External Boards Is a Core Element of Advocacy
While influencing legislation and regulations important to our members is critical work for government relations (GR) professionals, there…
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Mental Health Organizations Join Forces to Battle Pandemic Crisis
Saying stresses related to the pandemic are causing a mental health crisis among Americans, 14 mental health organizations…
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ASAE Details Critical Role of Associations in Letter to Biden
In a letter to the new president, ASAE urged the administration to tap into the expertise and resources…
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Beer Distributors Aid in Combating Human Trafficking
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, observed in January, has spurred groups whose members are well positioned…
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ASAE Asks for Guidance on 501(c)(6) Access to PPP
In a letter to administration officials, ASAE welcomed long-sought COVID-19 aid for 501(c)(6) associations provided in the year-end…
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Congress Addresses 501(c)(6) Needs in Year-End COVID-19 Stimulus Package
After months of advocacy by ASAE and several other associations, Congress passed a COVID-19 stimulus package that finally…
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How One Association Made a Speedy Impact During COVID-19
The Association of Medical Device Reprocessors helped get PPE to hospitals as the pandemic intensified. Its next step…
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COVID-19 Relief Talks Gain New Life
After months of stalemate, a new framework for coronavirus relief developed by a bipartisan group of senators has…
