Advocacy
We support disadvantaged communities by bringing their stories and experience to the attention of the public and decision-makers worldwide. We undertake advocacy locally, nationally and internationally to bring about positive change to policies and practices. Together with our supporters, we campaign for global justice and help raise awareness of important development issues.
At present we influence policy in five main areas:
VSO advocacy toolkit
We have produced an advocacy toolkit, Participatory Advocacy, based on our experiences in many countries over the last few years. It provides a simple, practical manual for VSO staff, partners, serving and returned volunteers that will help you plan and implement advocacy. The toolkit covers:
participatory research
strategic planning for advocacy
lobbying and campaigning
media work and communications.
Download the toolkit below.
Advocacy bulletin 2008/09
Advocacy Update is a short summary our advocacy work around the world over the last year. It gives updates of our advocacy strategies on health, education and HIV and AIDS. It also has examples of successful work in Zambia, Vietnam, the UK, the Netherlands and many other countries. Advocacy Update is available to download below.
