Advocating for Archives – a workshop from the Society of American Archivists

You value your profession, but aren’t sure how to make an impact in advocating for it? This workshop offered in support of the Society of American Archivists Strategic Goal 1: “Society values the vital role of archivists and archives” provides information on how to identify goals, develop and deliver a message, and implement methods for advocating for archives programs (including your own!) and archives issues. The instructor offers practical approaches, tangible models, and examples of materials needed to be an effective advocate.

In this workshop you’ll learn how to:

• Develop a focused statement of an advocacy goal for your institution or an archives issue of concern;
• Create a profile of the audience/individual to whom your advocacy efforts will be directed and develop a plan for how to approach that person/organization;
• Craft advocacy support materials as part of the effort;
• Deliver a three- to five-minute “pitch” to support your advocacy goal; and
• Construct a framework (plan) for reaching your advocacy objectives.

Who should attend?
Archivists, librarians, museum curators, and others at any experience level who want to enhance their skills in advocating for archives programs and issues.

Fee:
This workshop is offered at a very low registration fee in support of SAA’s Strategic Goal 1. RRLC is offering additional support for this workshop so that RRLC members receive the same discounted rate as SAA members. In order to keep costs down, lunch will be on your own (feel free to bring your lunch or eat at one of the nearby restaurants).

$40 early bird / $70 regular rate (lunch not included)
*early bird deadline is September 27th

Registration:
Register for this class HERE through the SAA web site and use the coupon code SAARochester to receive the discounted rate.
http://saa.archivists.org/events/advocating-for-archives-1759/731/