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

Advocacy and communication courses are for anyone who wants to develop and write an effective message, while exploring the best methods for delivery.

Also see our Certificate in Communication and Advocacy.

These courses are open to the public and are also available as custom, onsite training
Strategies for Working with Congress: Effective Communication and Advocacy on Capitol Hill
Build relationships with those who can make or break your efforts. More
 

Effective Executive Briefings
The Art of Persuasion

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


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


Drafting Effective Federal Legislation and Amendments
A "how to" program for anyone who drafts federal legislation.  More


Speechwriting
Preparing Speeches and Oral Presentations

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


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


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


Congressional Oversight and Investigations 
How to prepare for Congressional oversight or investigation.
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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
 

The following courses are available as custom, on-site training

Communication Skills for the Professional
Presentations, Business Etiquette, and Networking Skills for Washington Professionals

Communication Skills for the Professional 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

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

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

Starting and Building a PAC:
PAC Workshop

Maximize your impact and stay out of trouble.   More

Capitol Hill Day / National Advocacy Day
"Washington Legislative and Advocacy Day" Training for Corporations, Associations and Nonprofits
 
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Using Grassroots, Coalitions, and the Media to Get Your Message Heard
Washington Advocacy and Education Campaigns

Getting your message heard. More

 


Public Affairs and the Internet
Advanced Techniques and Strategies

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Crisis Communications Training
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CEUs approved by George Mason University

Our courses are approved
for CEUs from
George Mason University.

 

Space is limited for all courses.

 

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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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Bring these courses to your site.

These Advocacy and Communication courses and any combination of their topics are available as custom on-site training programs for your organization. We have tailored our custom programs for attorneys, program analysts, lobbyists, paralegals, military officers, FSO's, SES, Inspector Generals, legislative assistants, and others.  For more information about how our training can help your members and staff, please contact our client liaison.

 

 

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Last updated: September 02, 2010

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