Public Awareness and Advocacy Committee: Cooking up Library Advocacy: SEFLIN Libraries Step up Campaign

Abstract

The Southeast Florida Library Information Network (SEFLIN) Advocacy Committee is composed of library staff from around the region, representing many different types of libraries. Each year, the committee compiles a list of current legislators, sets appointments for face-to-face meetings on or around Library Day in the Florida Capitol, prepares customized reports regarding important library budget items up for appropriation, meets with as many legislators as possible for allyship and awareness, raises the visibility of emerging library contributions in Florida communities, and lobbies for continued support of libraries.