Because our work centers on families and children- in light of current unrest unrelated to our issues as well as other factors- we’ve made the very difficult decision to PIVOT this year’s Capitol Day to a Virtual Day of Action. This allows us to expand participation state wide and prioritize safety while continuing strong, coordinated advocacy.
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Join our Virtual Action Blitz!
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On Thursday, February 19, we invite you to participate in as many of the activities below as you’re able:
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Option 1: Educate
Topic: The history of Health & Parental Rights in Minnesota
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• Watch and share our short slideshow /video we will post
• Post key facts or takeaways
• Amplify the message across your networks
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Goal: Increase awareness of the journey and current challenges facing families.
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Option 2: Share Your Story
What do health and parental rights mean for your family?
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• Why are you engaged?
• What are you protecting or advocating for?
• What do you want lawmakers to understand?
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Post on your personal page and/or submit your story to our main page for amplification.
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Goal: Center real families and lived experiences.
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Option 3: Call-In & Write Blitz
Facilitate communication & relationships with your lawmakers!
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• Call your representatives
• Send emails or written letters
• See examples HERE!
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Goal: Demonstrate we are here and ENGAGED!
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Option 4: Capitol Welcome-Back Visits (Optional)
For those with existing meetings- or who still wish to attend in person- we’ll gather to:
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• Drop off welcome-back notes
• Deliver Community Update One-Pagers
• Conduct brief, positive check-ins
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Goal: Maintain in-person relationships.
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Follow-Up: Thank-You Week
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The following week, send thank-you notes to anyone who participated - lawmakers or community members.
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Goal: Show appreciation! Public service can be a thankless job and it deserves a moment of gratitude.
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Together, we remain visible, constructive, and family-focused-while keeping safety first.
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(PS: For those who were also joining MACHE for the morning, they have also gone virtual, so see their page for updates.)