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Template for an Advocacy Letter
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Zip Code, State, City]
[Date]
[Name of Recipient]
[Name of Organization/Title of Recipient]
[Address of the Recipient]
[Zip Code, State, City]
Dear [Group of Stakeholders/Name of Recipient],
I’m [Your Name], and I’m writing to you to request [certain action]. I think this action is crucial as a [your role/occupation/community member] because [brief reason/importance of the issue].
Evidence in Favor of the Problem
[Give background information or pertinent statistics. For instance: “According to [reliable source], [certain fact or figure].” This emphasizes how urgently [particular action] is required to handle [problem]. The detrimental effects on [particular group/community/environment] will worsen if prompt action is not taken.”]
Individual Effects
Because [give your own narrative or connection to the topic], I find this issue to be really meaningful. [For instance: “I have personally witnessed how [problem] impacts [someone’s capacity to flourish or their quality of life].” I’m inspired to push for significant change in this field as a result of this experience.”]
My Role
I implore you to [repeat your particular request]. We can [name the advantage or positive change] by doing this. Smaller steps like [propose other activities] can also be taken to support this endeavor and guarantee sustained progress.
Finishing
I appreciate you giving my request some thought. Your opinions or plans regarding [particular action] would be much appreciated. Feel free to contact me at [your contact details]. I eagerly await your response and look forward to working with you on this crucial matter.
Regards, [Your Name]
QUESTION
TIPS FOR DRAFTING YOUR ADVOCACY LETTER
Below is a basic suggested outline for your advocacy letter with tips for what to include in each section.
[Your Name and Address]
[Date]
[Recipient Name and Address]
Dear [Stakeholder Group/Name],
First Paragraph: My name is [Your Name] and I’m writing to ask that you [Action].
· Establish the relationship. Introduce yourself
· State your what and your why. Limit yourself to one specific action so as to not draw attention away from the issues you may find more important!
Second Paragraph: These are the facts.
· Support your issue with background information and facts—anything that illustrates the scope of the situation and why it is imperative to act.
Third Paragraph: This is how I (or someone I care about) am affected.
· Personalize the issue and explain how it affects your life. Describe an experience, lived or witnessed, that has led you to this position.
Fourth Paragraph: This is my position.
· Reiterate your ask. You can also suggest smaller, alternative actions that build upon and support your action!
Fifth Paragraph: Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
· Thank the recipient for reading your letter.
· Politely ask for a reply, speaking to their views and/or plans moving forward.