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Young
Professionals (YP) Day at the Capitol
Tuesday, March 11th
All young
professionals who care about the community they live in and want to
be involved are encouraged to come to
Des Moines
on March 11th for the second annual YP Day at the
Capitol. This is a unique opportunity for YPs across the state
of
Iowa
to unite in a collective effort and advocate for our age group.
Participants will have the opportunity to connect with legislators,
be informed on what is happening at the Capitol, network with other
young professionals from across the state and showcase their
organization.
All organizations are invited to join, regardless of your size or
your level of political involvement. Additionally, all young
professionals are encouraged to attend, whether you will be
representing your organization or simply as a young professional
living in
Iowa
. The purpose is to advocate for “Young Professionals”.
This is our opportunity to really show the level of involvement and
impact YPs have in our communities. Please
click here for a detailed flyer.
Agenda for the
day:
10:00 - 11:30
Set up and community showcase in East Rotunda area
11:30 -
1:00 Lunch featuring Generation Iowa
Commission, Governor Culver invited
1:00
- 3:00 Meetings with representatives, “How
to Lobby” workshop
3:00
- 4:00 Senator Bill Dotzler, Skilled
Workforce Shortage Legislative Study Committee
4:00
- 5:00 Social/Networking event
Participants are encouraged to contact their
Legislators to let them know they will be attending. Click
here for a list of your state and federal legislators including
contact information.
Please RSVP to Jessica Palmer.
As a nonpartisan group, YPIowa seeks to engage participation in the
political process, create a conduit for education and discussion
among young adults and create a forum dedicated to the free flow of
ideas and discussion.
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