Want to do more for animals in your community? Use these resources to become a better grassroots advocate, or contact an HSUS state director to find out how to work together with The HSUS in your state.
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November 13, 2009
Attending Town Meetings
A large and well-informed turnout at a town hall meeting or a community forum is an extremely effective way to send a strong message to your congressperson, the media, and the general public (via the media).
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November 3, 2004
Calling Elected Officials
As a citizen, you have the right to express your opinion to your elected official. Phone calls are an effective and easy way make your voice heard. The following are some recommendations for making phone calls to your elected officials.
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November 25, 2009
Do's and Don'ts of Lobbying
How to be an effective animal advocate.
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November 13, 2009
Getting to Know Your Elected Officials
Tips for getting to know your elected officials.
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November 13, 2009
Legislative Lingo
The following terms will help you to understand and communicate about the legislative process.
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November 13, 2009
Meeting with Your Elected Officials
Remember that you have several elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels with different decision making authority. If appropriate, you should contact all of them if they can support your issue.
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November 13, 2009
Tips for Successful Lobbying
13 tips for working with your legislators to help animals.
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November 3, 2004
Tips on Writing Letters to the Editor
A well-written letter to the editor of your local newspaper on behalf of animals can make a difference to the community and legislators as well.
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November 13, 2009
What Influences a Legislator?
The following is important to keep in mind when lobbying elected officials.
