Establishing, Building, Organizing and Maintaining a CAN Network

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Establishing, Building, Organizing and
Maintaining a CAN Network
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Establishing a CAN Network

• Utilize CECs Resources to get started (i.e.
  Setting up a listserv)
• Learn CECs positions on various public policies
• Revisit civics 101

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Building a CAN Network

• Identify members who are politically active or
  interested in politics
• Identify members who are leaders in the field
• Communicate regularly and effectively
• Promote grassroots advocacy at unit, community
  meetings

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Organizing Your Network

• Establish a schedule (e.g. every Friday send
  CECs Policy Update)
• Larger states could have regional coordinators
• Manage email traffic

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Maintaining Your Network

• Check with CEC to obtain the latest contact list
• Become a resource
• Share resources
• Develop relationships with active members
• Provide members with action they can take/ways to
  participate