In this session, we will introduce you to the concept of advocacy and equip you with skills for effective community advocacy. Moreover, you will gain insights into how power dynamics influence advocacy and policy efforts, using power mapping to engage strategically. This session aims to empower all of you to contribute meaningfully to advocacy and policy development.

By the end of this session, you will have:

– Learned about advocacy: Understanding the concept of advocacy, including identifying priorities, designing effective strategies, utilising tools, and collaborating with others to achieve goals.

– Gained insights into the role of power dynamics in shaping advocacy and policy contexts, enhancing your ability to create coherent power maps. These maps will enable you to identify influential stakeholders and their interconnections effectively.

– Developed an understanding of how municipalities operate and make decisions, providing valuable insights into the local context of advocacy efforts.