What Is Advocacy?

Advocacy means "to speak up, to plead the case of another, or to champion a cause." Legislative advocacy specifically involves influencing public policy through the legislative process. Legislative advocacy is how you can make your voice heard on issues that impact you, your community and/or state. To see a complete listing of Florida Senators and Representatives visit MyFloridaHouse and FlSenate.gov

The easiest and fastest way to contact your legislator is via e-mail, fax, and phone.

Florida Rural Health Association

Another wonderful resource is the Florida Rural Health Association.  FRHA was formed in 1993 to provide a mechanism through which interested individuals and organizations in Florida could unite in advocacy for ensuring that all residents of rural Florida have access to a continuum of affordable healthcare.  It is this common interest that binds the FRHA membership and allowed the development of a common voice for rural health.  Consider becoming a member to take advantage of this excellent resource for Florida's rural health!