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What is Grassroots Advocacy?

Grassroots advocacy is practiced by citizens contacting their elected officials to enact meaningful change for the issues they care about. Grassroots advocacy is about finding strength in numbers- and harnessing that strength to influence public opinion and government action. Grassroots is the bedrock of advocacy for LAI. Having members voice their issues and concerns to policy makers and elected officials is the best way to effectuate change in Iowa. We encourage you to make your voice heard by using the resources below! For any questions, email sheibel@leadingageiowa.org

Who are my representatives?

How can I get involved?

  • The 2025 Legislative Agenda sets the stage for key issues impacting Iowa’s aging services sector and outlines how elected officials can help make Iowa a great place to age. Explore the 2025 Legislative Agenda to learn more about LAI’s policy priorities for the year.
2025 Legislative Agenda
  • Hosting a state lawmaker is an excellent way to share your mission and influence the legislative process. Connecting with a legislator is vital for advocating for aging services. The toolkit below will help you learn, plan, promote, and execute a successful legislative visit.
Host Your Legislator Toolkit
  • Register to vote! Voting is not only an important civic duty, but it is also a chance for you to make your voice heard and ensure that your representatives understand how important the aging services sector is to the success of our state. You can check on your voter registration, register to vote, and find voter information by clicking the button below.