Advocacy

Basic Toolkit

The Legislative Process
An overview of the types of legislation, the role of individual Members of Congress, and the importance of committees.
Glossary of Legislative Terms
A listing of terms commonly used in connection with the legislative process.
Public Policy and Advocacy: The Basics
How-to guide on writing to Congress, setting up meetings with legislative officials, and getting to know the staff.
Leadership Structure
Names and roles of the major players in the U.S. Congress.
Roles of Congressional Staff
Learn the commonly used titles and principal functions of key staff.
Key Congressional Committees
View the most important committees for Aging and Health issues.
Hill Visit
Tips for your visit to Capitol Hill, from saying thank you to bringing a short summary of your research.
Map of the Capitol Complex
Use this map to minimize your chance of getting lost and help ensure that you're not late to appointments!
GSA Fact Sheet
Carry this fact sheet to tell Congressional staff about the background and goals of GSA.