Anticipating Policy Change

Rapidly issued executive orders and guidance can introduce significant changes and require immediate implementation, even when they seem to arrive without warning. The August Grassroots Advocacy Network convening will discuss pathways to prepare for potential policy and regulatory shifts by examining executive actions, litigation trends, appropriations signals, and early agency guidance.

This webinar is designed to strengthen advocates’ ability to read and interpret potential signals of change, strengthening their ability to prepare leadership, protect funding, and respond strategically. Participants will explore strategies to identify early indicators of policy shifts, monitor multiple policy channels, and translate emerging information into actionable insights for their leadership and advocacy teams.

The session will emphasize practical approaches to scenario planning, internal communication, and decision making that support proactive advocacy. Through applied examples and peer discussion, participants will build the skills to anticipate change and position their organizations to respond with confidence and strategic intent.

Takeaways

• Identify early indicators of policy change, including executive actions, litigation trends, appropriations signals, and emerging agency guidance
• Translate early policy signals into actionable insights for leadership, boards, and advocacy teams
• Establish internal roles, routines, and communication pathways to support ongoing policy monitoring
• Apply scenario planning techniques to prepare for potential policy developments and reduce reactive decision making

Who Should Attend

• Members of the Social Current Grassroots Advocacy Network: Join online
• Executive Directors and Senior Management: Leaders responsible for setting organizational strategy and engaging with policymakers and stakeholders
• Advocacy and Policy Directors: Individuals who develop and implement advocacy strategies and engage in policy analysis and outreach
• Communications and Public Relations Managers: Professionals focused on crafting and disseminating the organization’s message to the public and media
• Program Managers and Coordinators: Staff who oversee program implementation and need to align program goals with advocacy efforts