Join us on March 6th for a lobby day at our Capitol, organized by the American Heart Association and For Every Kid, to advocate for the heart health of Oregon’s children and Safe Routes to School. We will advocate for the following: raising the tobacco purchase age to 21; improving the quality of Physical Education in our schools; and securing funding for the Safe Routes to School program, helping ensure all Oregon children can safely walk, bike, or take transit to school. No previous advocacy experience is necessary, and training will be provided. The day is sure to be impactful as we meet with our lawmakers to make a difference in the lives of Oregon’s children!
WHEN: Monday, March 6, 2017, 9 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Oregon State Capitol, 900 Court St. NE, Salem, OR 97301
With an RSVP, organizers will schedule meetings, on your behalf, with your representatives.
What is a lobby day? Lobby Day (also known as Advocacy Day) is a name used by non-governmental organizations for select days, when people who support the cause meet politicians or public servants to advocate and explain support for legislation relevant to the organization.
In 2017, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to put kids and families first in transportation funding. Let’s seize this moment and make our roads safe so that every kid can walk, bike, and access transit to school. This is a special event in a series of seven events across the state for Safe Routes to School.
- December 6 – Eugene Town Hall (Read the recap!)
- January 25 – Redmond Town Hall (Recap coming soon!)
- February 7 – East Portland Town Hall (RSVP)
- February 9 – Seaside Town Hall (RSVP)
- February 27 – Klamath Falls Town Hall (RSVP)
- March 6 – Lobby Day in Salem (RSVP)
- March 7 – Salem Town Hall (RSVP)
Join us in Salem on March 6th to speak out for Safe Routes to School! RSVP now to secure your spot.
For Every Kid is a growing coalition of community, public health, and social justice organizations dedicated to making safe routes to school for every kid; advocating for dedicated funds for Safe Routes to School programs and projects that make streets safe. Supporters include the Community Alliance of Tenants, the Community Cycling Center, and thousands more.
Right now, kids who most need opportunities for physical activity don’t have the necessary safe infrastructure—sidewalks, crosswalks, and bike lanes—in their communities and around their schools to support a healthy childhood.
Safe Routes to School Works! When education is combined with making streets safe, there is a 40% average increase in walking and biking trips to school. This kind of comprehensive program will have regional significance in regards to health, safety, and equity.