The legislative process is long and slightly confusing. If you don’t remember every step, here are some useful, short clarification points. Just click the link below to be sent to the Georgia Women’s Policy Group’s “How a Bill is Passed”
Advocacy 101
There are 236 members of the Georgia General Assembly - 180 in the State House, and 56 in the State Senate. Knowing who represents you is the first step to becoming an informed advocate for women! Click here to find your state representative and senator! Want to do more? Check out the following resources: Twelve Steps to...Read More
Introduction to Lobbying, 102
Lobbying is an art reserved for those who are calm, collected, and determined. Unlike the protests involving posterboard and a bullhorn, Women in the Halls will walk to the capitol as a group of trained volunteer lobbyists, well informed on the issues and prepared to make a case before the legislators. Here are a few helpful tips...Read More
12 Steps to Becoming an Activist
Here are twelve things you can do to stand up for women's rights! Vote: Women fought for the right to vote for decades before it was granted in 1920. They fought that diligently because of the power associated with the vote-- it is your chance to have your issues heard and responded to. Exercise your constitutional right and help elect...Read More
