Letter to the Editor Workshop + Phone bank

**Letter to the Editor Workshop & Phone Bank for Hands Off Colorado** Join us for a two-part action session supporting Hands Off Colorado. Come for one part or stay for both — every bit of participation makes a difference! **Part 1: Letter to the Editor Workshop** Letters to the editor are one of the most powerful tools we have to shape public opinion and show local decision-makers that our community is paying attention. In this hands-on workshop, we'll help you draft and submit your own letter — no writing experience required. We'll cover: - Why letters to the editor matter and how they influence coverage and public opinion - Key talking points and messaging for Hands Off Colorado - Tips for writing a clear, compelling, and publishable letter - Where and how to submit to local papers - Time to draft your letter with support from volunteer coaches Bring a laptop or device if you'd like to draft and submit during the session or just bring your ideas and we'll help you get started. **Part 2: Phone Bank** Following the workshop, stick around for a phone bank supporting the same campaign. We'll use an online dialer platform that connects you directly to voters and supporters. You'll read from a simple, conversational script covering key talking points and a couple of questions to gauge where the person you're speaking with stands. A trained lead will walk everyone through: - Logging into the phone bank platform - How the dialer works (it does the dialing — you just talk!) - A walkthrough of the script and how to enter responses - Tips for handling common questions or pushback **What you need:** - A laptop or device with internet access - Headphones (for phone bank) - No experience necessary for either activity — just enthusiasm for the cause!