Attention aspiring and current members of the "all-powerful bike lobby:" looking to sharpen your influence skills for better walking and biking? Check out our call tomorrow on lobbying and elections. Then, next week, prepare for an upcoming car-free streets day with our call on managing volunteers for Open Streets events. Lobbying and Elections for Biking and Walking Advocacy Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM eastern Register online here Of all that biking and walking advocates do, perhaps the most important work is representing the interests of people who bike and walk in the political process. Whether through a public candidate survey, a ribbon-cutting event for local media, or behind the scenes discussions with elected officials, active transportation advocates use a variety of successful tactics to heighten their political clout and improve street safety. Join this call to hear from expert advocates in our movement to hear best practices and tips on lobbying and participating in elections. Panelists will include: - James Wilson, Executive Director, Bike Delaware
- Evan Manvel, Director of Policy, Planning and Government Affairs, Cascade Bicycle Club
- Caron Whitaker, Vice President of Government Relations, League of American Bicyclists
Managing Volunteers for Open Streets Events Wednesday, June 26, 2013 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM eastern Register online here Without volunteers, Open Streets initiatives cannot happen. Organizers must coordinate a small army of volunteers before, during and after the event. Join this call to learn best practices and tips on managing volunteers for successful Open Streets initiatives. On the call, panelists will discuss different roles for volunteers, strategies for organizing volunteers throughout the planning process, how to recruit volunteers for Open Streets and much more. Panelists will include: - Liza Pratt, Sunday Streets (San Francisco)
- Julia Kim and Becca Dill, Active Transportation Alliance and Open Streets Chicago
- Leslie Luciano, Viva Streets Austin and Bike Texass
Hope to see you on a call! Feel free to pass information about calls along to others who may be interested. Best, Mary Lauran Hall Communications Manager 
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