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august is for aerospace congressional home district blitz Every year, many AIAA members come to Washington, DC and participate in Congressional Visits Day (CVD). At CVD, members meet with national decision makers to discuss critical industry issues in civil aeronautics, civil astronautics, and defense. The goal of these visits is to raise awareness of the long-term value that science, engineering and technology bring to America. These visits are also a great way to showcase AIAA member expertise and to offer this expertise as a resource. They offer a framework for further collaboration and communication. But the relationships started at CVD don’t just stop once you leave Washington, DC. An effective advocacy campaign includes frequent communication between you and your member of Congress. The AIAA Congressional Home District Blitz is a great way to showcase the aerospace profession and when members of Congress think of August, they will begin to think of Aerospace!
A: An opportunity for AIAA members to engage their elected officials during the month of August. Q: Why August? A: Every August, members of Congress return to their home districts as part of a summer work period. Without the distraction of endless meetings, voting on legislation, and committee hearings, meeting with your Representative in your home district is much easier.
A: Start by coordinating with your section. Find out who else might want to participate. Ask those who have attended CVD if they could lead the meeting. Once you decide on what your section would like to accomplish, begin by getting a date scheduled with the Scheduler or Executive Assistant of the desired representative.
A: No! Many Representatives like to “get their hands dirty” so to speak. Take them on a tour of the facility you work at; show them what you have been working on. Invite them to a regularly scheduled section dinner or special event – be sure to thank them and give them a photo opportunity for joining you.
A: Absolutely! It is often difficult planning travel to Washington, DC every year. The AIAA Congressional Home District Blitz provides more members with the experience of meeting with their Representatives and staff.
A: Unlike CVD, where there is a prepared script for our meetings, visits in the home district office can be a lot less formal. Tell them why aerospace is important to you and your congressional district; thank them for the work they’ve been doing during the current session; talk about the things that are important to you and how they fit with the overall theme of the value the aerospace industry has on America. Don’t forget to ask them what you can do for them, too!
A: Sections are encouraged to apply for sponsorship funds from AIAA headquarters. Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis and must demonstrate a specific need such as supplementing costs of catering, event promotion or travel. AIAA has generously allocated $10,000 for sponsorship of meetings, and will award sponsorships in amounts between $250-$1000. Applications must include date and time of event, event budget, and expected attendance.
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August is for Aerospace Invitation Template
Please use this document to craft your letter of invitation to your elected official for your August is for Aerospace event. More Info > Want to invite your elected representative to your August is for Aerospace event, but you're not quite sure how to go about it? This short guide will explain the process. More Info > |
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