To stay informed and engaged in important public policy issues affecting the ALS community, sign up for our advocacy text alerts. You’ll receive timely updates on important advocacy campaigns along with actions you can take to make a difference. Text ALS to 1-855-469-2621. Visit The ALS Association Advocacy Action Center to review our issues and connect with government leaders directly. For more information about ALS advocacy in Michigan contact our Managing Director of Advocacy Alex Meixner at alex.meixner@als.org. Government AdvocacyAdvocacy is an important part of our Chapter's mission. We are proud to join with our PALS to advocate for the needs of people with ALS and their families. National AdvocacyEach May, the ALS Association holds an Advocacy Day and Public Policy conference in Washington, DC. We meet with every legislator representing our service area—22 in all—to educate them about ALS and urge their support for The ALS Association's Public Policy Priorities. To learn about the National ALS Advocacy Days, visit http://alsa.org/advocacy/advocacy-day/ By Phone: you may also register by calling the Public Policy Department at 1-877-444-ALSA. Advocacy Materials for DownloadBecome an AdvocateYour Voice Counts!An ALS Association Advocate is a foot soldier in the battle to defeat ALS. An ALS Association Advocate is someone who is passionate about getting involved with government at all levels to draw awareness and resources to the people affected by this disease. An ALS Association Advocate is someone who is willing step outside of their comfort zone to effect real change in the way our government responds to the needs of the ALS community. Even if you aren't a friend relative, supporter or business associate of a legislator, you can open doors through your outreach. As an ALS Association Advocate, you can help change the laws and policies that affect thousands of persons with ALS and their families. |
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