How to Be an Effective Advocate

Learn tips from local leaders

By Terry Nagel, Community Contributor

May 18, 2026 5:33 pm PDT

This post was contributed by a community member.

Alan Wagonfeld of The Nueva Schools addresses the San Mateo City Council. (Terry Nagel)

Join me and local leaders from 5 to 6 pm this Wed. May 20 on Zoom to learn how to advocate effectively for change at public meetings. In addition to basic rules governing public comment, you'll receive individual coaching.

Presented by Sustainable San Mateo County, this webinar is free. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/How2advocate

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