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Section G1: What is lobbying? Lobbying can be understood as ‘direct contact with decision-makers’. It is about dialogue and ongoing conversation. Lobbying may include writing a letter, sending a briefing paper, making a phone call, meeting or visiting a decision-maker etc…TRANSCRIPT
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Section G1Advocacy Cycle Stage 4
Taking action:Lobbying
Section G1: What is lobbying?
Lobbying can be understood as ‘direct contact with decision-makers’. It is about dialogue and ongoing conversation.
Lobbying may include writing a letter, sending a briefing paper, making a phone call, meeting or visiting a decision-maker etc…
Section G1: Why bother with lobbying?
• To build relationships with decision-makers• To listen, learn and collect information• To present our position on the issue• To address any misunderstandings• To persuade and influence decision-makers to
bring about change• To get specific commitments to action
Section G1: Lobby meetings
• Do your background research• Organise your logistics and allow plenty of time• Be clear about the aim of the meeting• Introduce everyone• Keep on track• Follow up quickly with a summary report