We have some news...
In 2018, Live Healthy Lane will be kicking off a new social media plan! The plan will include new campaigns highlighting our community's great work and more resource sharing.
We cannot wait; stay tuned!
We cannot wait; stay tuned!
Use Your Voice, Get Connected!
Together, when we raise our voices, we can make real change for our community. As Lane County residents, we all have a place to express our needs, interests, and concerns in a safe, respectful way. By using your voice, you can be an advocate for the things that matter in your community.
Advocacy = Using Your Voice |
Advocates can use their voice by...
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Key tools to find your passion and get connected:
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Attending a city council meeting Advocacy =
A safe way to express views and concerns. Attending a march or awareness campaign
Advocacy =
Using your voice to build relationships with people that share similar interests. Learning about local & state representatives
Advocacy = Educating each other. Helping someone connect to a resource Advocacy =
An effective way to create change. |
So, what does it mean to be an advocate?
Take some time to answer the following questions:
What do I see in my community that could be improved?
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What are my needs as a community member?
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What issue(s)/ obstacles can I relate to the most?
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Get started:
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Framing your message:
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Get Connected
By Showing Up
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By Voting
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Once you have established your voice by getting connected through social media and voting, you need to take action about your issue by “showing up.”
Advocate through your Neighborhood Association County Wide Events Calendar Lane Kids Events Page Willamalane Parks and Rec Calendar |
Being able to vote in every election is a vital way to promote your values and ideas.
Understand how a bill becomes a law Send an email to your local legislator |
Through Social Media
Many local and state agencies use social media accounts to promote change. If you have found one person or one group you really want to connect with, try searching their name on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you find them, try reaching out to them your message you crafted earlier. Write a short summary of who you are, what your issue is, and why they should care. Following them to stay connected is also a great way to learn more about an issue they are also passionate about. If they are involved in politics, maybe it’s an issue they are working on.
Follow our accounts on Facebook , Twitter, and Instagram to learn more about what we care about and the resources we have to share.
Follow our accounts on Facebook , Twitter, and Instagram to learn more about what we care about and the resources we have to share.
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Continuous Community Resources:
211: Childcare, Basic needs, Education, Health and Legal Support ADRC Index: Senior services and facilities Centro Latino Spanish Resource Guide: Resources for Spanish speakers Lane Senior Guide: Senior Programs LTD Point2Point: Public Transportation Parenting Now! Resource poster: Child and Family Willamette Farm and Food Coalition Locally Grown Guide: Local food in Lane County |
State of Oregon Resources:
Legislative Process How to Testify Oregon Legislative Information System Oregon Revised Statues Capitol Information Line: 503-986-1187 |
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Live Healthy Lane: Working together to create a caring community where all people can live a healthy life.
Compassion - Equity - Inclusion - Collaboration
Compassion - Equity - Inclusion - Collaboration