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Communication and Advocacy
Persuade  ·  Publicize  ·   Write  ·  Present  ·   Business Etiquette

Communication and advocacy courses are ideal for anyone needing a writing refresher, preparing or delivering congressional testimony or executive briefings, or trying to persuade a superior, colleague or congressional staff. Our training shows you how to develop and write an effective message, while exploring the best methods for delivery.

Certificate in Communication and Advocacy

Also see our Certificate in Communication and Advocacy.
 
Writing for Government and Business: Critical Thinking and Writing
How to Compose Clear and Effective Reports, Letters, Email, and Memos
  
Designed for anyone who writes on behalf of their organization. More
 


Writing to Persuade: Hone your persuasive writing skills
Designed for anyone who must persuade others using the written word. More


Writing Congressional Correspondence
For anyone who must respond to congressional inquiries.  More


 

How to Walk, Talk and Network in Washington
Presentations, Briefings, Business Etiquette, and Networking Skills for Washington: Communication Skills for the Professional

The basics of planning, structuring, and delivering winning presentations. More


Giving Great Presentations
Planning, Practice, and PowerPoint

Hone your presentation skills by learning how to plan and structure your presentation for maximum impact. More


Effective Executive Briefings
The Art of Persuasion

How to explain, advocate and present facts and ideas in a convincing matter. More


Speechwriting
Preparing Speeches and Oral Presentations

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Crisis Communications Training
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Strategies for Working with Congress: Effective Communication and Advocacy on Capitol Hill
Build relationships with those who can make or break your efforts. More



Media Relations for Public Affairs Professionals  
How to develop your message, press release, media kit, and communications plan. More



Advanced Media Relations
Crisis communications, pitching stories, merging public policy into media strategies. More



Public Affairs and the Internet
Advanced Techniques and Strategies

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Using Grassroots, Coalitions, and the Media to Get Your Message Heard
Washington Advocacy and Education Campaigns

Getting your message heard. 
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Preparing and Delivering Congressional Testimony
Learn how to prepare testimony for, and to effectively testify at, Congressional hearings. More

 

Starting and Building a PAC:
PAC Workshop

Maximize your impact and stay out of trouble.   More


527 Workshop
Getting your message heard without getting into trouble.   More



 

CEU credits approved by George Mason University

Our courses are approved
for CEU credits from
George Mason University.

 

Space is limited for all courses.

 

Don't see the course or topic you need?

If you have suggestions for courses or topics you would like to see us offer, please contact us or complete our online suggestion form.



See what previous attendees say about our training.
 

See also our Effective Advocacy and Communication Audio Course Bundle.

 

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Last updated: June 30, 2009

 
 

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