United Way of Central Arkansas wants you to be able to engage in your community, and to foster advocacy work amoung community leaders, volunteers, donor or nonprofits. This page will provide you with resources and information to understand and engage in advocacy.
Arkansas General Assembly
Learn more about current legislation, committee meetings and legislatures at the website for Arkansas's General Assembly.
Arkansas Govenor
This website includes press releases, commentary and constituent services for Arkansas's governor.
Find Your Legislators
Who represents you? To engage in any advocacy, it is important to know who represents you at the Arkansas Capitol and in Washington, D.C, and how to contact them.
District Finder
You can use the District Finder to locate your district, look at census information, and even to see voting locations or historical districts.
Recent Bills
Check out what has been passing through legislature, and keep up to date on what may be effecting your community.
Public Meetings Calendar
Get involved in your community by attending meetings that are open to the public. This site will post public meeting information at least three days before the event takes place. Use it to better your understanding of what is happening in Arkansas, and to make sure your voice is heard.
Nonprofit Advocacy and Lobbying
How can nonprofits lobby? Are there steps you need to take before becoming involved? The following sites provide helpful information for those nonprofits who are looking to make a difference in their communities.
Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest
Independent Sector
Alliance for Justice
Internal Revenue Service
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