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Lessons Learned From Decades of Advocating for Health and Physical Education

SHAPE America

Over the years, our organization has learned that advocacy requires work — but it can be done, and it does work. Our First Advocacy Attempts More than 20 years ago, WHPE began conducting several Legislative Health & Fitness Day events at the Wisconsin State Capitol building in Madison. Therefore, the event was discontinued.

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13 Tips to Help You Advocate for Health & PE

SHAPE America

Day, we both started thinking about how we could use our experience in the field and our shared passion for policy and advocacy to encourage others to engage in advocacy efforts year-round. Strains of marginalization continue to exist, and the call for teachers and teacher educators to serve as policy actors is critical.

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The Relentless School Nurse: NASN Hill Day 2024 – Amplifying Our Collective Voice

Relentless School Nurse

It is a powerful lesson in advocacy and I will never lose the feeling of awe walking the halls of Congress. Together, we form a united front, enhancing the impact of our advocacy efforts and increasing the likelihood that policymakers notice and consider the perspectives and needs of school nurses.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Ten Self-Advocacy Strategies for School Nurses

Relentless School Nurse

Communication is Key : Effective communication is a cornerstone of self-advocacy. Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in school health policies and procedures. Sharing experiences, challenges, and best practices with peers not only provides support but also helps identify effective strategies for self-advocacy.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Joining Forces – A School Nurse and a Pediatrician Share Our Perspective on Active Shooter Drills

Relentless School Nurse

My gun violence prevention advocacy journey has taken me into spaces that I am not sure I could have ever imagined. By uniting, we can leverage our collective expertise to advocate for evidence-based policies and interventions that address the complex issue of gun violence prevention, including active shooter drills.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Impact of Predictable and Preventable Tragedies Through the Eyes of a Maine School Nurse

Relentless School Nurse

Known for her unwavering dedication, exemplary leadership, and advocacy for her profession, Judy Doran is a beacon of excellence in school nursing. We recently spoke to Judy in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine to hear a community perspective about the impact of the predictable and preventable tragedy.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Remembering Lillian Wald in Celebration of Women’s History Month 2024

Relentless School Nurse

Wald’s advocacy extended beyond healthcare as she championed racial equality, labor rights, and women’s suffrage. Her tireless efforts with organizations like the NAACP and the National Child Labor Committee brought about tangible change, influencing policies and laws that improved the lives of many.

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