The TIP 2024 Advocacy Boot Camp: Join the fight!
The 2023 legislative sessions may be behind us, but vaccine misinformation and disinformation are still rampant in Texas . . . and vaccine opponents have not given up on pushing dangerous policies.
Because the fight for a healthy Texas free from disease is far from over, The Immunization Partnership is hosting a virtual 2024 Advocacy Boot Camp.
Register today for our final session October 17 at 1:00 CT. We are putting it all together and heading to the Capitol!
Event Details
Join The Immunization Partnership throughout 2024 for our hour-long online advocacy workshops to fight for a healthy Texas. Your participation will help counter vaccine misinformation and disinformation with the truth about the role of vaccines in protecting Texans from preventable diseases. You will learn how to advocate for good immunization policies benefitting communities across the state.
Jan. 25: Understanding the basics — Get acquainted with the legislative process in Texas and the political landscape for immunization.
Feb. 22: Pinpointing the topic of immunization — Learn how vaccines make a difference in the lives of Texans.
March 21: Polarization, misinformation, and disinformation — Learn how to neutralize the messaging of vaccine detractors.
April 18: Exploring the political landscape — Catch up on the state of affairs following the 2024 Texas primaries.
May 16: Storytelling with data — Learn how to find, identify and use data to educate elected officials and other stakeholders.
June 20: Channeling convincing messages and making the ask — Use your best communication skills in meetings with legislative staff and learn advocacy tactics that will draw attention to your issue.
July and August: Summer reading list — Stock up on the TIP reading list to become more knowledgeable on the issues.
Sept. 19: Immunization Under the Microscope: Trends, Challenges, and Public Impact – Learn about the results of TIP’s statewide immunization policy engagement survey and contribute to the policymaking process by sharing what it means to you.
Oct. 17: Graduation and gear up for the fight — Celebrate with TIP in person at the Texas Capitol for a tour and graduation happy hour.