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Many museum and nonprofit associations have websites filled with great advocacy resources. Here are a few:
…The American Alliance of Museums suggest that you “Invite Congress to Visit Your Museum” in order to show Congress how essential museums are to their communities.
…Shortly after your local, state, or national representatives are elected, you should introduce yourself to them and a letter is a great way to do that! In your letter, you want to congratulate them on their new (or re-elected) role and then introduce your organization…
Not familiar with the Alaska legislative process? We’ve got you covered. Check out the links below to familiarize yourself with some of the most helpful sections of the website, and reach out to us if you need any help: The American Alliance of Museums (AAM)…
In 2018, Museums Alaska members came together to support reinstating the Alaska State Museum’s Grant-in-Aid program, which was eliminated from the Governor’s proposed budget. Because of this effort, the legislators heard our message, and funding was reinstated. Without this effort, the funding would have been…
In 2022, First Alaskans Institute (FAI), a statewide Alaska Native nonprofit, worked with Museums Alaska to host a cohort of museum professionals committed to reimagining and fostering meaningful relationships with Alaska’s Tribes and Indigenous peoples. FAI hosted a series of interactive dialogues customized for museum professionals through…
Who better to speak on behalf of your organization than you and your members, visitors, and volunteers? ENGAGE YOUR GOVERNING BOARD Your governing board are your most powerful allies. Board members understand your organization better than anyone else in the community. Check out the resources…
You may think that you can’t participate in advocacy or lobbying, but that is not true! Check out these resources to help better understand the differences between the two, and how you can participate:
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