Interested in engaging in food and farm advocacy at the Iowa State Capitol? Join us for a three-part Advocacy Training Series designed to prepare participants for our upcoming Day on the Hill.

These trainings are introductory level, and they are meant for farmers and food system advocates to learn how to be comfortable with the government process. Feel free to come to just one or all three!

Session 1: Iowa Government 101 – How a Bill Becomes Law
Learn the basics of Iowa’s legislative process and how decisions move from idea to law.

Session 2: Storytelling 101 – Using Your Voice for Food Systems Change
Explore how personal stories and lived experience can shape policy conversations and strengthen advocacy efforts.

Session 3: Advocacy 101 – Navigating Our Day at the Capitol
Get oriented to the logistics of our Day on the Hill, including schedules, expectations, and how we will show up together.