Empowering Change: Combining Advocacy and Activism
This session will empower student trustees to turn their passion for advocacy into actionable strategies for lasting change. Participants will explore the key elements of creating a strategic advocacy plan, including setting clear goals, engaging stakeholders, and measuring success. Through group collaboration, they will brainstorm and develop innovative solutions to address important issues within their boards and communities. After refining their strategies with feedback, participants will leave with a clear, actionable plan to drive meaningful impact. The session will conclude with reflections on perseverance and how to sustain momentum for long-term success.
Led by Audrey Akharoh, Chair of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advocacy Interest Group, and Sharanya Sivasathiyanathan, Chair of the Mental Health and Student Well-Being Advocacy Interest Group at the Ontario Student Trustees’ Association (OSTA-AECO), this session offers a unique opportunity to learn and collaborate with fellow student leaders.
