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Angry about the ADAP crisis? It’s time to let DC know.


By Merrell - Posted on 02 June 2010

Despite our best efforts, our leaders in Washington are still dragging their feet. They have failed to respond to the skyrocketing number of people who are waiting for their HIV/AIDS meds.  The time has come to show our leaders the human face of the ADAP crisis.
 
Join us on Thursday, June 10 at 1 p.m. ET for a free online training on how to set up and carry out a meeting with your member of Congress right in your own home state. 

Go here to register OR email jmerrell@aidschicago.org for full details.

Download our new ADAP Crisis Factsheet (PDF).

View presentation slides from the ADAP In-District Meeting Training.

The domestic AIDS advocacy community has had all hands on deck in response to the unfolding ADAP crisis.  We’ve all been hard at work making phone calls, sending emails, and visiting local, state, and federal officials to get our message across:  ADAP is not optional.  Wait lists are unacceptable.  People living with HIV/AIDS demand access to the medications that keep them alive, healthy, and productive.
 
If you’ve already called, clicked, and rallied but are hungry for more action – there are still more ways to get involved.  Here’s how:
 
Join us on Thursday, June 10 at 1 p.m. ET for a free online training on how to set up and carry out a meeting with your member of Congress right in your own home state. 

Go here to register or email jmerrell@aidschicago.org for full details.

Download our new ADAP Crisis Factsheet (PDF).

View presentation slides from the ADAP In-District Meeting Training.

This training will cover the following areas:
 
• Finding out who represents you
• Reaching out to local partners
• Organizing an in-district congressional meeting
• Developing talking points
• Continuing your relationship
 
New advocates are welcome and encouraged to attend!



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