Southeast Minnesota Advocacy Training

MCCD is coming to Southeast Minnesota for our signature Advocacy Training in partnership with Three Rivers Community Action! This training will provide participants with a greater understanding of the Minnesota State Legislature and how to effectively advocate for the policies and priorities you care about.

Learn how to craft a compelling elevator pitch, how to contact lawmakers, and practice giving testimony in a mock hearing!

Tentative Agenda:

• Check-in, Networking, Coffee, & Introductions
• State Legislature & Advocacy 101
• Develop a Compelling Elevator Pitch
• Practice Testimony in a Mock Hearing
• Lawmaker Outreach & Wrap-up

Location: The training will be at the Heintz Center in Room H1403. You can use this link to access a campus map.

Register before the end of the year (December 31, 2025) to save 25% on tickets!

*Please note that in the event of bad weather, we will still hold the training over Zoom with a modified agenda.