Do you know about Civic Engagement Beyond Voting? It's a great way to get info and advocate on issues in AZ [View all]

If you are in AZ, THIS is a great place to start when looking for ways to dig in: Civic Engagement Beyond Voting https://www.cebv.us/]

Learn about using 'Request to Speak' methods and opportunities to let elected officials know how you feel on specific issues. You don't even have to actually speak. In most instances, written comments can be sent electronically and read into the record of most AZ legislative bodies during the public comments portion of public proceedings, like the state legislature and your local county supervisor meetings. Make your voice heard! Might be scary at first, but dip your toe into the pool of public participation. You will probably find 'the water is fine'. Many public meetings of government bodies can be attended remotely thru apps like Zoom Meetings. Check your local county government for links & how-to information. If your schedule prevents you from attending meetings in real time, some counties have video replays available. Check your city and county government sites.

Learn about advocacy. Become an advocate. It can be short and sweet actions, or you can find ways to make impact thru deeper methods of engagement in some policy decisions.

If you are in Arizona, THIS is probably the best place to start on your adventure to learn and influence on issues that matter to you and yours.

If anybody knows of such groups or clearing house sites for issue information in other states, PLEASE post links to such sites in General Discussion and state forums. Perhaps we can compile an index of such groups by state.