Anyone who can make a phone call or write a letter can be involved in advocacy. If you care about an issue, you should advocate on its behalf on Capitol Hill or to your Congressional delegation locally. Investing only a small portion of your time in advocacy can yield extraordinary benefits.

Policy makers respond to the concerns of their constituents, so forwarding those concerns is critical. Share your international exchange success stories with your legislator, and do it regularly! Some resources to help you be an effective advocate on behalf of international exchange follow:

The Power of Exchange Series (NEW!)

This series of one-pagers on timely hot topics in the international exchange world highlight the important role exchanges play in connecting America and Americans to the world.

Alliance "One-pager"

A snapshot for showing how exchange programs are a cost-effective investment in the U.S. economy and national security. 

Alliance Position Papers, 2012

The 2012 Alliance Position Papers are now available for download.

Committees of the 112th Congress

Congressional committees that help define U.S. policy on international education and exchange

The Alliance’s Seven Principles of Advocacy

Seven simple principles to guide you in becoming a more effective advocate.

Useful Capitol Hill Links and Numbers

Websites and phone numbers to help with your navigation of Capitol Hill and the federal legislation process.