The Arizona Advocacy Conference is an opportunity for Arizona FIRST Teams to speak to their state senators and representatives about STEM and robotics, and demonstrate robots on the lawn of the Arizona Capitol.
The Arizona Advocacy Conference is modeled after the National Advocacy Conference that takes place in Washington, DC during the summer. This conference will empower students to develop relationships with their state legislators, teach the principles of effective advocacy, and allow teams to have their voices heard at the Arizona Capitol. FIRST Tech Challenge and FIRST Robotics Competition Teams are welcome to attend. This event is free to Arizona FIRST Teams!
SCHEDULE:
After registration:
Your team will receive an email confirming your attendance and instructions for contacting your legislators. Please reach out to them as soon as you can to schedule your appointments.
April 9, 2024 4:30 to 6:30 PM:
Advocacy training via Zoom - link will be sent to team coaches and mentors upon registration.
May 1, 2024 10AM to 1 PM:
Robotics Day at the Arizona Capitol! Set up starts at 9 AM. Teams will demonstrate their robots outside the Capitol, and have their individual appointments with state senators and representatives. Dress for your meetings is professional business attire.
