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Without a doubt, the most effective advocacy is direct engagement between a constituent and a member of Congress while on recess throughout the year. \u201cAdvocacy\u201d is a broad term, and you are likely already doing it! Simply put, it is in every orchestra\u2019s best interest to show your elected officials \u2013 at all levels \u2013 the kinds of programs you offer and the variety of partners with whom you work. In turn, you should keep up with what elected officials are doing via social media and their e-newsletters. Share your own news by email, phone or video meetings, social media, mailing a brochures or sharing news coverage, and showing up at Town Halls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not sure how to contact your Representative and Senators? Just enter your zip code<\/a><\/strong>, and click the name of an official to find a complete profile page with full contact information including social media, as well as committee assignments. Curious to see the complete list of Representatives and Senators, state by state, district by district? Check out our chart of new members of Congress<\/a><\/strong>. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact the League\u2019s DC office<\/strong><\/a> if you have any questions about which committees are related to key issues for the arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Policy Advocacy 101<\/a><\/strong> for ideas on how to involve policymakers in an orchestra event, get a refresher on lobbying rules (yes, you ARE allowed!), and to review Congressional gift rules.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2026 Calendar of Opportunities: 119th Congress, 2nd Session<\/a><\/h2>\n \n
\n The most effective advocacy is between a constituent and a member of Congress. Simply put, it is in every orchestra\u2019s best interest to show your elected officials \u2013 at all levels \u2013 the kinds of programs you offer and the variety of partners with which you work.\n <\/div>\n\n \n 2026 Calendar of Opportunities: 119th Congress, 2nd Session<\/span> READ MORE\n <\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Banner: Denver Young Artists Orchestra’s DYAO Spectacular 2020. Photo: Jason Waltrip<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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