Summer Advocacy Volunteer Hub

Welcome to your portal for this summer's local advocacy. We are very happy to have you join our community of patients, doctors, and advocates who have given their time to improving care for those living with psoriatic disease.

In August, members of Congress will return to their home districts and states for an extended in-district work period. This is a great opportunity to advocate locally and continue to build relationships with your legislators by requesting a legislative meeting or attending a town hall or coffee in your area. We are happy you are joining NPF for local summer advocacy this year!

Key Resources

Below are links to help you schedule and participate in a local meeting or event with your legislator. If you need assistance, you can email Liz Siembida, Associate Director of Health Policy & Advocacy, at [email protected].

Your Story and Meeting Script

All you need to be an advocate is a willingness to share your personal story. Use this resource to craft your story, relate it to the policy ask, and plan your meeting.

Craft your story

Tips and Tricks

Before sitting down with a lawmaker or staffer, check out this list of helpful tips and tricks for a successful constituent meeting.

Get tips and tricks

Prepare your Asks

We recommend selecting one of the topics below to discuss with your legislator. The three documents below are designed to provide background information, questions that are frequently asked by members of Congress and their staff (plus the answers!), and ideas to help you connect your experience to the policy issue. An NPF advocacy team member will be in touch with information about which issue could benefit the most from your lawmaker’s attention.

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Prepare for Ask 1

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Prepare for Ask 2

Prepare for Ask 3

Following Up on Your Meeting or Event

Follow up is key to ensuring your legislators take the action you requested. Use the resources below to find out how!

Social Media Toolkit

Use the social media toolkit to thank your members of Congress and ask fellow advocates to join you in taking action. Tag NPF so we can share your posts too!

Get your social media toolkit

Leave Behind Document

After your meeting or event, include these documents in your follow up email.

Sample Thank You Email

Sending a thank you email as follow up is a positive way to stay on your legislator’s radar and build your relationship with their office.

View the sample email

Questions About NPF Advocacy?

Your answers are just a click away. Email Liz Siembida, Associate Director of Health Policy & Advocacy, at [email protected] for further information.