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We believe that the world and country will be a better place with more effective advocates. For that reason, we’re committed to sharing everything we learn about the tactics that achieve results. Whether you’re a new, aspiring or seasoned advocate, we invite you to learn alongside us.

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The AdvocacyLabs Guide to the Science of Advocacy

Our new book, in partnership with FutureEd at Georgetown University, is available now! In an era marked by rapid social and political changes, mastering the science of advocacy is key to changing the world for the better. Drawing upon a wealth of academic research and real-world case studies, this guidebook distills the essence of effective advocacy into 31 actionable lessons.

The 50CAN Guide to Building Advocacy Campaigns

The 50CAN network has a long history of running advocacy campaigns. So, we created a book to consolidate our knowledge into a beautifully designed guide. Perfect for anyone wanting to build an advocacy campaign, it features practical steps, templates, and tools for hands-on learning and real-time application.

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The 50CAN Guide to Political Advocacy

Our society thrives on ideas, which must navigate the political process to be implemented. In this guide, veteran strategist Jonathan Nikkila simplifies this process, covering everything from recruiting candidates to building coalitions. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step roadmap for citizens aiming to enhance their political impact and drive change.

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Reimagining K-12 Data Collection to Empower Parents

Reimagining K-12 Data Collection to Empower Parents

Tutoring is for the haves in America, but it could be so much more

Tutoring is for the haves in America, but it could be so much more

The State of Educational Opportunity in America: A 50-State Survey of 20,000 Parents

The State of Educational Opportunity in America: A 50-State Survey of 20,000 Parents

The AdvocacyLabs Guide to the Science of Advocacy

The AdvocacyLabs Guide to the Science of Advocacy

2024–2026 50CAN Strategic Plan

2024–2026 50CAN Strategic Plan

The Action is the Reaction: Community Organizing for Local Change

The Action is the Reaction: Community Organizing for Local Change

Change Agents: What Social Simulations Can Teach Public Policy Advocates

Change Agents: What Social Simulations Can Teach Public Policy Advocates

Electoral Advocacy: Social Change Through Political Strategy

Electoral Advocacy: Social Change Through Political Strategy

Federal Funding Forum Presentation Slides

Federal Funding Forum Presentation Slides

Maximizing the Impact of Federal K-12 Education Funding

Maximizing the Impact of Federal K-12 Education Funding

Tutoring as an Emergency Response and Recovery Strategy

Tutoring as an Emergency Response and Recovery Strategy

Goals, Strategies, Tactics, People and Money: Insights from a Decade of Education Advocacy

Goals, Strategies, Tactics, People and Money: Insights from a Decade of Education Advocacy

Measure Everything: Emergency Data Collection in a National Crisis

Measure Everything: Emergency Data Collection in a National Crisis

Fund Everything: Emergency Education Investments in a National Crisis

Fund Everything: Emergency Education Investments in a National Crisis

The AdvocacyLabs Interviews: Insights into Effective Advocacy from the Nation’s Leading Experts

The AdvocacyLabs Interviews: Insights into Effective Advocacy from the Nation’s Leading Experts

Experiments in Advocacy: What Works and Why

Experiments in Advocacy: What Works and Why

A Little Opposition is a Good Thing and Other Lessons from the Science of Advocacy

A Little Opposition is a Good Thing and Other Lessons from the Science of Advocacy

50CAN Strategic Plan: Four Million Opportunities, Four Big Bets

50CAN Strategic Plan: Four Million Opportunities, Four Big Bets

The Education Roadtrip

The Education Roadtrip

A Call to Action to Improve the Quality of Full-Time Virtual Charter Public Schools

A Call to Action to Improve the Quality of Full-Time Virtual Charter Public Schools

2014-2016 Prospectus

2014-2016 Prospectus

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