Advocacy Webinars

Partnering with AACAP in Advocacy
March 9, 2011

This webinar provides an introduction to the role that child and adolescent psychiatrists can play in shaping children's mental health policy. Specifically, the webinar focuses on the basics of the public policy process, strategies to engage federal and state legislators, media advocacy, working in coalition, and partnering with AACAP.

Webinar Presenters:
Kristin Kroeger Ptakowski
Senior Deputy Executive Director, Director of Government Affairs and Clinical Practice

Elizabeth DiLauro
Grassroots Advocacy Manager


Community Advocacy for Psychiatry Residents
July 31, 2012

This webinar focuses on partnering with community organizations in education and service related to mental health. Specific topics include: strategies to get to know your community better; how to engage in community events and partnerships; how to work in coalition with community organizations; and how AACAP can help you in your advocacy efforts.

Webinar Presenters:
Kristin Kroeger Ptakowski
Senior Deputy Executive Director, Director of Government Affairs and Clinical Practice

Elizabeth DiLauro
Assistant Director, Grassroots Advocacy

Sourav Sengupta
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic

For questions, please contact Elizabeth DiLauro at edilauro@aacap.org or (202) 966-7300 x107.