Credentials:RD
Bio:Leslie Whittington-Carter is the Ontario Government Relations Coordinator for Dietitians of Canada, a position that helps to shape advocacy strategies promoting access to Registered Dietitians in the province. Prior to this role, she worked for the Ontario government as a Dietary Advisor in the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, monitoring LTC homes' compliance with provincial standards. She teaches in the Foods and Nutritional Sciences program at Brescia University College, incorporating the concepts of advocacy in foodservice management classes, and the importance of professional involvement in efforts to influence public policy.
How can the success of the advocacy efforts be evaluated?
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How can key messages be developed to be clear and concise?
How should other stakeholders be involved in advocacy effort?
What are the benefits and risks of forming a coalition or network for advocacy?
What is the role that media can play in an advocacy strategy and how should media be incorporated into an advocacy strategy?
How can support from politicians and political staff for advocacy efforts that target government be gained?
What do I need to know about the political process within government to move my issue forward?
What are the barriers and challenges to advocacy work and how can these be overcome?
What are the key steps in developing an advocacy strategy?
Is advocacy an expected component of dietitians’ practice?
What is the role of social media in advocacy efforts?
What are the strategies to make alliances or coalitions successful?
What are the best social media practices for advocacy?
Advocacy/Public Affairs Background
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