Join Us for CalCAPA's 2026 Annual Advocacy Day!
May 14, 2026 | Sacramento, CA
Join Community Action leaders and state partners for information-sharing, relationship-building, and dialogue around policies that affect low-income Californians and the programs designed to assist them.
Advocacy Day brings our network and partners together for timely policy briefings, shared strategy, and direct engagement with state lawmakers. Participants will build advocacy skills, deepen their understanding of current legislative priorities, and make a collective impact.
Past Advocacy Days
Schedule – Day 1
May 13, 2026
10:00 am
Quarterly CSP Meeting
12:00 pm
Lunch
*Provided
*Must be noted in your event registration or onsite RSVP
1:00-4:00 pm
Training Sessions
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Time |
For New Advocates |
For Seasoned Advocates |
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1:00-2:00 PM |
How the State Government Works |
2026 State Policy Landscape |
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2:10-3:10 PM |
Preparing for Meetings with Legislators |
Turning Legislative Meetings into Long-Term Relationships |
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3:20-4:20 PM |
Creating Your Community Action Pitch |
ED/BOD Roundtable |
4:30 Pm
Networking Cocktail Reception
Location TBA
Schedule – Day 2
May 14, 2026
10:00 Am
Advocacy Day Kickoff & Speakers
Speakers TBA
1:00 pm
Lunch
*Provided
2:00 pm
Representative Meetings
Speakers Con’t
Educational Sessions