Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy. (Proverbs 31:8-9)

Advocacy is not about partisan politics. It’s about educating decision makers on the impact of the public policy decisions they are contemplating. It’s about helping them understand how the people and communities we care about will be impacted. And it’s about making sure that we aren’t sitting on the sidelines while decisions that would positively or negatively impact our vision for a better world are being made.

Below are some areas where you may be interested in advocating on behalf of groups of people who are often marginalized in our society. Read up on the issue before signing a petition, sending an email, or calling your representative. You can find a list of your representatives by entering your mailing address at this link.

Protect our Planet:

• Current Environmental Campaigns (Sierra Club)

Take Action for Food Justice:

• Child and Family Nutrition (Food Research and Action Center)
• Child Hunger (No Kid Hungry)

Advocate for Refugees:

• Advocate for Migrants and Refugees (Global Refuge – formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service)
• Protect the Rights of Afghan Asylum Seekers (International Rescue Committee)

Support Guatemalans:

• Learn about the issues (Human Rights Watch)
• Get Temporary Protected Status for Central America (Casa Maryland)

Speak Up for Racial Justice:

• Various Campaigns (Color of Change)
• Various Campaigns (Showing Up for Racial Justice)

Protest Police Brutality:

• End Police Violence in America (Campaign Zero)