ADVOCACY TIPS & TOOLS
The Latest and Greatest on Healthcare Reform that is Pertinent to Oncology Care
Slide presentation from the 2010 ONS Congress session
Health Policy Toolkit
A resource for nurses interested in learning more about health policy advocacy and how to be effective advocates in Washington DC and at home.
Advocacy 101: Making a Difference
- Earn CNE credit!
This recently revised course introduces the concept of health policy advocacy and demonstrates to you how, in a minimal amount of time, can have a voice and impact on these critical decisions.
Tips
Template Letters and Other Sample Documents
Budget and Appropriations Primer
(Updated December 2006)
A resource for nurses interested more about the federal budget and appropriations processes.
Top 10 Advocacy Myths Debunked
Capitol Switchboard Number - 202/224-3121
Find Your Members of Congress and Relevant Contact Information
(by zip code or clickable map) - All You Need is Your Street Address and Zip Code to Find Out Who Represents You in the House and the Senate!
THOMAS
The Official Website of the US Congress
SHPLs - Find your State Health Policy Liaison
Get Connected to an ONS Volunteer In Your State Who Helps Oncology Nurses at the Local, State, and National Level Engage in Health Policy Advocacy Efforts
ONS Positions
Find Out Where ONS Stands On Health Policy Issues
State Fact Sheets on Nursing Shortage
Clickable Map
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at government.relations@ons.org
