Citizens' Climate Lobby

May 2018 Meeting with Julia Roberson, VP of Communications for Ocean Conservancy

One of the more troubling aspects of climate change is its impact on oceans, which are a major source of food and also affect our weather patterns. Joining us for the May call to discuss that impact is Julia Roberson, VP of Communications for Ocean Conservancy. Her passion is communicating about the people and stories behind big environmental issues in a way that leads to action.

Roberson is a skilled writer and media relations professional deeply committed to ocean issues and to finding the intersections between serving nature and people’s needs in our rapidly growing world. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, from Appalachian State University.

Lobby Training 101: The Power of Citizen Advocacy

The first in a series of CCL’s four lobbying lessons to help prepare CCL Conference attendees ahead of June’s Lobby Day.

In Lobbying 101, join Regional Coordinator Bill Barron as we discuss citizen advocacy and the constituent advantage.

Listen to the stories from CCLers across the country--from Debbie Chang in Washington, DC and Bill Bray in The Woodlands, TX, to Mark Gould in Charleston, SC, as we demonstrate how citizens can build meaningful, long-term relationships with their congressional office.

Lobby Training 101: The Power of Citizen Advocacy (Audio)

Audio Only: The first in a series of CCL’s four lobbying lessons to help prepare CCL Conference attendees ahead of June’s Lobby Day.

In Lobbying 101, join Regional Coordinator Bill Barron as we discuss citizen advocacy and the constituent advantage.

Listen to the stories from CCLers across the country--from Debbie Chang in Washington, DC and Bill Bray in The Woodlands, TX, to Mark Gould in Charleston, SC, as we demonstrate how citizens can build meaningful, long-term relationships with their congressional office.

Citizens' Climate University: EDF's New Climate Advocacy Tool

Social science research reminds us of the importance of tying the impacts of climate change to our local communities.

That's why this webinar features a new tool from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) to make these essential connections.

Join James Fine, EDF's Senior Economist in a webinar that reviews the background behind their Clean Energy Progress Map as well as the best practices on how to incorporate it into your team’s climate advocacy.

Citizens' Climate University: EDF's New Climate Advocacy Tool (Audio)

Audio Only: Social science research reminds us of the importance of tying the impacts of climate change to our local communities.

That's why this webinar features a new tool from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) to make these essential connections.

Join James Fine, EDF's Senior Economist in a webinar that reviews the background behind their Clean Energy Progress Map as well as the best practices on how to incorporate it into your team’s climate advocacy.

Citizens' Climate University: Audubon's New Climate Advocacy Tool

Social science research reminds us of the importance of tying the impacts of climate change to our local communities.

That's why this webinar features a new tool from the National Audubon Society to make these essential connections.

Join Dr. Chad Wilsey, Audubon's Director of Conservation Science in a webinar that reviews the background behind Audubon’s Birds & National Parks projection tool as well as the best practices on how to incorporate it into your team’s climate advocacy.

Citizens' Climate University: Audubon's New Climate Advocacy Tool (Audio)

Audio Only: Social science research reminds us of the importance of tying the impacts of climate change to our local communities.

That's why this webinar features a new tool from the National Audubon Society to make these essential connections.

Join Dr. Chad Wilsey, Audubon's Director of Conservation Science in a webinar that reviews the background behind Audubon’s Birds & National Parks projection tool as well as the best practices on how to incorporate it into your team’s climate advocacy.

Climate Advocate Training Workshop: #CCL2021 #PushForAPrice June Conference

Geared for new volunteers (and seasoned volunteers who want a refresher) to understand CCL's method and vision, and inspire you to find your role so you can hit the ground running. Includes a mock lobby meeting so you are well prepared for June 14-18 Virtual Lobby Week (if you are participating). In this interactive workshop you will: practice how to find and build common ground, review the details of HR 2307, learn how to build constructive relationships with elected representatives.

Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/june-catw

Skip ahead to the following section(s):
(0:00) Intro & Agenda
(4:52) CCL’s Values, Organization & Structure
(13:00) Building Common Ground & Savor vs. Savor Activity
(27:58) How to Create Political Will
(44:43) CCL's Methodology & Motivational Interviewing Practice
(53:18) The Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act
(1:14:39) Preparing For Your Lobby Meeting

Elli works to start new chapters in communities across the US. She hosts CCL’s weekly Intro Calls and trains volunteers around the world to lead Climate Advocate Training Workshop; she also works closely with volunteers in coal and agricultural communities, ensuring that all voices find a place at the solutions table–a passion founded on her own family roots in Appalachia and rural Maryland. Elli’s work is informed by her 15 years in nonprofit management.

Solemi supports Florida, Alabama, and Georgia CCL chapters. She is currently enrolled as a Political Science student at Florida Gulf Coast University and has been a grassroots activist and community organizer for many years in FL. Prior to CCL, she worked as the co-host of a Spanish language TV talk show based in Southwest FL where she had the opportunity to research and conduct in-depth personal interviews with political candidates and politicians.

As Education & Engagement Director Brett strives to develop learning pathways that create the most empowered, informed citizen lobbyists possible. Brett began his career in northern MN as a wilderness program director & instructor for several outdoor education non-profits. Connecting civic engagement with democratic participation & issues-based advocacy, Brett has a PhD in Public Policy/Political Economy, & taught undergraduate policy courses, secondary social studies, & campus sustainability.

Citizens' Climate Lobby's Online Climate Advocate Training

Join Amy Bennett, CCL's Director of Congressional Liaisons & Lobby Days, and Brett Cease, CCL's Volunteer Education and Engagement Coordinator as they welcome you to CCL.

To be taken as the final part of new volunteer's training module after the informational session, in this webinar you will:
-Learn the basics of becoming an effective climate advocate
-Review the structure, mission, and purpose of CCL
-Learn how to build constructive relationships with elected representatives
-Review CCL's methodology of creating political will
-Practice how to appeal to the best in others and build common ground,
-Review the details and further resources to understand Carbon Fee & Dividend

The Transformative Nature of CCL Conferences

Mark Reynolds, CCL's Executive Director, shares several transformative moments for him from the early days of CCL's international conferences during a recent call with emerging CCL group leaders.

During the call, Mark highlights how CCL from the very beginning has been an organization for climate advocates that believe they can make a difference, that are willing to engage in a non-cynical view of our government, and not just resign themselves to the status quo because everyone says the changes we need for federal climate policy are impossible.