Toolbox for Advocates

The following links will help guide you in contacting, meeting with and influencing legislators and communicate effectively on important issues affecting blood cancer patients, families and volunteers of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) .

You can also have an impact by going to LLS's Legislative Action Center to research crucial bills and legislation. This site also gives you the opportunity to send pre-drafted letters to your local representatives.


2009 U.S. House of Representatives Work Calendar – A calendar showing us the House members schedules

2009 U.S Senate Work Calendar- A calendar showing us the Senate members schedules

August 2009 Congressional Recess- Activities, tips and tools for Grassroots volunteers

Writing to Legislators - This page offers helpful tips when writing to legislators

Phoning Legislators - What to expect when calling a legislative office to state your position

Correct Forms of Address - The following page contains correct forms of address for legislators and other appointed government officials and leaders.

Meeting with Legislators - This page contains information on how to have an effective meeting with your legislator

The Decisionmakers - The following page offers information about legislators, their staff and other government officials and the inner workings of the political arena from their perspectives

Congressional Staff Roles - An overview of titles and principal functions of key legislative office staff.

Tips for Attending Town Hall Meetings – This page will provide tips on conducting Town Hall meetings in your area.

Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs - This page contains information on becoming a part of the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Peer Review Group