What is advocacy?
Q: What is advocacy?
A: Advocacy is a political process by an individual or group which aims to influence decisions within political, economic, and social systems and institutions. It involves public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy.
Q: What activities are involved in advocacy?
A: Activities involved in advocacy can include media campaigns, public speaking, commissioning and publishing research, conducting exit polls, filing an amicus brief, and lobbying.
Q: Who employs professional lobbyists?
A: Professional lobbyists are employed by special interest groups such as corporations, religious groups, citizen groups, think tanks and foundations who want to make sure their interests are heard by lawmakers.
Q: Where does advocacy take place?
A: Advocacy takes place both in the United States and the European Union.
Q: How do advocacy groups use their influence?
A: Advocacy groups use their influence in the election and appointing of judges.
Q: What is lobbying?
A: Lobbying is a form of advocacy where a direct approach is made to legislators on an issue in modern politics.
