Making the Message Stick with Congress
Preparing to Meet Lawmakers in Washington, D.C.?
Make sure you’re ready to make the most of those conversations!
COMPASS Science Communication and ESP Advisors have partnered to offer a highly interactive policy communication workshop designed to prepare participants to clearly and compellingly communicate the impact of their work with a U.S. federal policy audience.
During this interactive, four-hour session, your group will:
- Gain insight into the current legislative context for your specific issue.
- Explore real-world examples, tips, and strategies for fostering productive dialogue across the political spectrum.
- Learn how to craft effective, resonant messages and receive peer feedback to strenghten clarity, tone, and relevance.
- Identify overarching themes and common messages within the group to present a clear, unified message.
Whether you’re new to policy engagement or have previous experience, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the federal landscape for your issue and actionable strategies for making your advocacy more effective, memorable, and impactful.
About COMPASS
COMPASS programming helps participants share what they do, what they know—and most importantly, why it matters—in clear, lively terms. Grounded in the latest research on science communication, workshops are designed to help participants find the relevance of their research for the target audiences they most want to reach, including journalists, policymakers, engaged community members, funders, other scientists, and beyond.
About ESP Advisors
ESP Advisors is an ocean and science policy consulting firm that transforms clients’ federal advocacy from reactive to proactive, from uncertain to unstoppable. In this workshop, ESP Advisors will give participants practical, insider guidance on how Congress really works, what staff and lawmakers need to hear, and how to navigate the policy process with purpose.
Contact Us
Ready to enhance your team’s communication on the Hill? Let’s create a customized training experience that aligns with your goals and sets you on the path to success.
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You know your COMPASS training worked when a congressional staffer repeats your message back to you more than a year later!
~ Dr. Jennifer Balch, Director, Earth Lab at University of Colorado Boulder