Just as Sacramento is the focal point for California's legislative activity, FACCC’s Advocacy & Policy Conference is the keystone for advocacy, policy information, and FACCCtivism for community college faculty. Learn from the experts, create partnerships, and speak directly to policymakers.
This year's Advocacy & Policy Conference will be held in conjunction with the March in March, allowing you to attend both events.
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Holiday Inn Sacramento - Capitol Plaza*
300 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Directions
SCHEDULE* AND FLYER
Tentative Schedule*
*subject to change
TOPICS
- Effective advocacy
- Protecting your pension
- Political positioning in an economic downturn
- Prioritizing funding, 75/25, retirement benefits, part-time equity, professional development, and academic freedom
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All faculty members, local union and academic senate leaders, and those who work in categorically funded programs are urged to attend this vitally important conference. Student leaders are also encouraged to attend.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Assemblymember Ricardo Lara (D - South Gate), a tireless and intrepid advocate for California Community Colleges, will keynote this year's conference. Do not miss Assemblymember Lara's insightful comments and perspective on higher education, advocacy strategies, and the State Legislature.
FACCC PAC LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST
This year Assemblymember and former professor Paul Fong (D - Cupertino) will be honored for his outstanding support for higher education and faculty members during the annual FACCC PAC legislative breakfast. Join us from 8:00 - 9:30 AM in the John Q. Ballroom at the Holiday Inn Sacramento-Capitol Plaza.
PARTNERS
Santa Rosa Junior College All Faculty Association
CCCEOPSA
Foothill-De Anza Faculty Association
Santa Monica Faculty Association
Los Rios College Federation of Teachers
United Faculty of the Contra Costa Community College District
California Community College Independents
California Community College CalWORKS Association
WHY BECOME A FACCC PARTNER?
Here are just a few of the benefits:
Your organization will be listed on the following:
- The FACCC website
- Event marketing materials
- Conference and event programs
- Your organization will be highlighted during the conference
- Deep discounts will be available for your organization's members
What does it take to be a partner?
- Lend your name in support of the event
- Market our conference to your members and associates
- Send a liaison from your organization to network at the event
To become one of our terrific partners or for more information on the benefits of a FACCC partnership contact Silvia Flores at SFlores@faccc.org or call the FACCC office at 916.447.8555.
