
HOW TO ADVOCATE

Advocacy Option 1: Call the Decision-Makers
Step 4
Write out a short script. See quick examples below or click here for an extra resource.
Step 2
Get their contact information and input it into your phone’s contacts for easy access (phone number and email).
Step 5
Call! If you'd rather leave a voicemail, you can call after the office closes. A voicemail as short as 10 seconds will make an impact.
Step 3
Research a policy proposal that you are passionate about like those found on UNICEF’s Action Page.
Step 6
Done! Repeat this small act once a week. Encourage your family and friends to follow suit.
Scripts for Calling Decisionmakers
#1:
Hello, my name is [name], a constituent in [Your State}'s [District ##] District. As a supporter of UNICEF USA, I am writing to urge you to co-sponsor [Name of legislation]. Feel free to call me back with any questions at (###) ###-####. Thank you in advance!
#2:
Hello, my name is [first name] [last name] and I am a supporter of UNICEF. I would like you to support [Name of legislation] however you can!
#3:
Hello, I am a UNICEF supporter. Please take meaningful action, and protect the [type of funding/bill/relief effort.] .