An overview of policy issues that will be addressed in the 2024 legislative session. Join FAN advocates across the state to learn more about FAN’s legislative agenda for 2024 and the opportunities to support legislation that will make a difference in our communities. The first part will include presentations on each of the categories of FAN’s work, with a chance for Q&A with FAN Policy Engagement Director, Kristin Ang. The final half hour will allow for breakout groups in each of the categories to add more detail to the policies and consider questions and strategies before the legislature begins on Monday, [...]

Advocacy 101 Training Join other advocates across the state to learn how to advocate during the legislative session. Both new advocates and returning ones seeking to refresh their knowledge are welcome. FAN staff will present some of the tools we use throughout the session, with a chance for Q&A. FAN’s legislative agenda and policies will not be discussed in depth, though we will share with you how to find more information. Please bring your questions! Please note: The lunchtime and evening Advocacy 101 sessions will have the same content. You do not need to attend both. When January 10, 2024 from [...]

Advocacy 101 Training Join other advocates across the state to learn how to advocate during the legislative session. Both new advocates and returning ones seeking to refresh their knowledge are welcome. FAN staff will present some of the tools we use throughout the session, with a chance for Q&A. FAN’s legislative agenda and policies will not be discussed in depth, though we will share with you how to find more information. Please bring your questions! Please note: The lunchtime and evening Advocacy 101 sessions will have the same content. You do not need to attend both. When January 11, 2024 from [...]

"Renewing Hope for the Future" is the theme for the 2024 Eastern Washington Legislative Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 27. The event features an interfaith worship service, a young adult activists panel, a plenary on environmental issues, a panel with faith leader responses, and briefings on 2024 legislative issues by the Faith Action Network, Washington State Catholic Conference and Earth MinistryWashington /Interfaith Power and Light. There will also be workshops on racial justice, voting rights, refugees & immigrants, Indigenous issues, health & environment and housing issues. January 27, 2024 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Location Spokane Valley [...]