Advocacy Committee member functions: 

○      Attend and speak briefly at city and county commission meetings to highlight the importance of public libraries to the community and thank elected officials for their support

○      Meet with new commissioners to explain the role and activities of Friends of the Library

○      Meet with state government officials representing Nassau County to communicate the importance of state funding and support to the library

○      Address community groups in support of new services and upcoming events such as National Library Week, Black History Month, Library Card Sign Up Month

○      Attend meetings of other organizations (Chamber of Commerce, Boys and Girls Club, etc) to promote library services or upcoming events

Time commitment:  Quarterly meetings of the Committee and other participation in committee activities as chosen.

Send an email to advocacy@fernandinafol.org to learn more!