On Wednesday May 20th, advocates from across the state will gather at the General Assembly in Raleigh for the Coalition Advocacy Day and Rally to advocate for the protection of essential services and funding for mental health, developmental disability and addictive disease services.

Registration will open at 8AM for participants to get information on the day’s legislative committee meetings, the current budget proposal and begin visits with legislators. Popcorn will be available on the portico during the day, and the Rally will start under the tent on the Legislative lawn at Noon. 

As part of the advocacy day, Coalition advocates will be conducting short trainings on effective ways to communicate your message to Legislators.  Trainings will take place at 9, 10 and 11 AM in the Legislative building auditorium (third floor). Volunteers will also be on hand in the auditorium from 8:30 to 12:30 with tips and techniques for making the most of your legislative visit.

 The Coalition encourages your participation in this event to advocate for funding for mental health, developmental disability and addictive disease services.  We also strongly encourage you to make appointments with your Legislators well in advance of the day.