ID#: 1125 Aug 26 : Houston : Legislative Advocacy Workshop

The 83rd Session of the Texas Legislature opens on January 15, 2013.

There are 180 elected members of the Legislature…but every Texan can play a part.

Learn how YOU can help at Citizenship University!

Citizenship “U” is the place to learn about:

• Faith community’s historic role in American democracy
  
• How to be an effective advocate for issues you care about
  
• The difference between public policy and partisan politics
  
• How to have good meetings with lawmakers and their staffs
  
• How to follow legislation online using the State of Texas website
  
• How to find your way around at the Texas Capitol
  
• Opportunities for action during the session
  

   …and much more!

Who should attend Citizenship University?

• Community leaders
• Parents and teachers
• High school and college students
• Anyone who wants to be involved in the legislative process (or just learn about it)

Citizenship University in Houston, TX

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Time : 1pm -  5pm

LOCATION: Islamic Society of Greater Houston (ISGH) South East Zone

                      Masjid Abu Bakr

                      8830 Old Galveston Road

                      Houston, TX 77034   

Sponsoring Organizations:  Texas Impact, Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) Houston Chapter, CAIR Texas Houston Chapter, and ISGH South East Zone.