Facing Adultism Toolkit
Adults often maintain their power by disregarding the input and contributions of children and youth in various social activities. This phenomenon, known as adul...
Network Learning: 2023
The North Sound Collaborative Action Network presents a learning and advocacy interactive webinar series for 2023. Each month, we will host a presentation with local and national experts and interactive breakout rooms on topics grounded in equity and vital conditions for our work in the North Sound. Our working groups in the Network will be alternating our topics each month and bringing you rich discussion and challenging ideas.
May: Elevating community voices in advocacy - Lessons from youth leaders
On May 17, 2023, North Sound ACH, joined by partners and community members, gathered for part two of our advocacy series focusing on how we can learn from and better partner with youth leaders. In this session, we learned how to demonstrate positive youth-adult partnerships, shared ideas about how to engage and collaborate with youth, and discussed how the youth perspective and voice can be part of a broader equity/justice approach. We were honored to share the space with local young advocacy leaders from Burlington Schools, the YMCA of Snohomish County, and Children of the Setting Sun Productions.
Adultism: The Training Ground for All Other Oppression
Adultism refers to the systematic discrimination and prejudice faced by young people solely based on their age, where adults hold power and authority over them....
Young and Indigenous Podcast
The Children of the Setting Suns Productions (CSSP) organization is always looking for ways to engage younger generations in their work. They began with a youth...
Recording: Elevating community voices in Advocacy – Lessons from youth leaders
This is a recording of the May 2023 Network Learning Session entitled “Elevating community voices in Advocacy – Lessons from youth leaders”
March: Getting Started with Legislative Advocacy
On March 29, 2023, North Sound ACH and our partners and community joined a virtual learning session focused on state legislative advocacy. In this session, we heard from advocacy leaders at the Nonprofit Association of Washington, as well as a panel of speakers from Network partner organizations. Tiffany Brace of the Nonprofit Association of Washington; Liz Jennings, Community Action of Skagit County; Kati Ortiz, Skagit Valley College/Board Member, Community Action of Skagit County; Barbara Schultheiss, Lopez Island Family Resource Center; and Michelle Frye, Homage Senior Services.
Recording: Getting Started with Legislative Advocacy
This is a recording of the March 2023 Network Learning Session entitled “Getting Started with Legislative Advocacy”
Types of Exempt Organizations and What They May Do
This resource explains the different types of tax-exempt organizations recognized by the IRS and the activities they are permitted to engage in. It covers tax r...
Sample 501(C)(3) Organizational Policy for Election Season
The article provides a sample policy for 501(c)(3) organizations to comply with IRS rules on political campaign intervention. It covers prohibited activities an...
Keeping Track: A Guide to Recordkeeping for Advocacy Charities
This resource provides guidance on the importance of record-keeping for advocacy charities and outlines key practices to ensure compliance with legal requi...
The Advocacy Strategy Framework: A Tool for Articulating an Advocacy Theory of Change
This resource provides a step-by-step approach to developing effective advocacy strategies. It emphasizes understanding the problem and target audience, develop...
Washington Low-Income Housing Alliance
As a statewide champion for housing, the Washington Low Income Housing Alliance is a coalition of diverse organizations and individuals working together to buil...
Advocacy Resources
This webpage from the Nonprofit Association of Washington lists advocacy and lobbying resources for nonprofits.
Understanding the Legislative Process
This video reviews the basics of the legislative process in Washington State.
Advocacy That Builds Power: Transforming Policies and Systems for Health and Racial Equity
This report discusses the importance of advocacy in promoting health and racial equity. The report highlights the need for advocates to understand the root caus...
Lopez Island Family Resource Center Legislative Advocacy
This resource from the Lopez Island Family Resource Center offers practical guidance for legislative advocacy.
Washington State Legislature District Finder
Use this tool to enter your street address and find your legislative or congressional district.
Network Learning Session: Getting Started with Legislative Advocacy
This is a slide deck from the March 29th Network Learning Session: Getting Started with Legislative Advocacy
Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Washington
This guide offers practical advice for nonprofits navigating rules and regulations related to lobbying. The guide includes a list of lobbying activities that re...