Voices in Advocacy Podcast

Roger Rickard
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Voices in Advocacy Podcast

This podcast is for the people that work and engage in advocacy efforts for their organizations; be they corporations, associations, trade organizations, and non-profit cause groups. If you are one of the people that work to build grassroots advocacy and grow your community of advocates – then you are in the right place. And finally – If you are already an advocate and want to learn more - Then this podcast is for you.

  1. OCT 4

    Freedom and Opportunity: Why it is Important to Be Informed

    Today’s guest is an author, leader, mission driven executive, podcaster, and an unabashed advocate for the future of agriculture and the people that educate those that feed us.

    50 min

  2. JUN 11

    Reflections on D Day and America's Future

    ”As we paused to look back four score, to honor and reflect on the brave allied soldiers that liberated a continent, my mind advanced to November evaluating the reality that lies ahead for America’s future. I am battling to find the right words to express my concern for the governing institutions of our nation.” Commentary from Roger Rickard, President and Founder of Voices in Advocacy.

    7 min

  3. APR 3

    Complimentary Partnerships Drive Advocacy Support for Patients and Families

    Discover the power of advocacy in the medical world with Adam Levy, CAE, the executive director of the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA). In this enlightening episode of the Voices in Advocacy podcast, Adam shares his journey of leading ACPA through strategic planning amidst a pandemic, fostering partnerships for better patient care, and advocating for legislative change. Tune in to hear how Adam’s leadership is shaping the future of cleft and craniofacial care and learn how you can be an effective voice for change in your community.

    34 min

  4. MAR 26

    Raising Voices: How Storytelling Fights for the Silent Majority

    Nine years ago, life threw our next guest a curve ball when she learned during her pregnancy that her baby would be born with a facial birth defect. Come with us as we learn about her fascinating journey that has led her to help other families by speaking out as an author and advocate. ABOUT the GUEST Amy Mendillo, MM, MPP, is a writer, author, and advocate. She has worked as a consultant on state-level (RI) Medicaid and social service issues, an advocate for local- and city-level policy, and as a writer-editor for the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. She holds a Master of Public Policy from Brown University.  Amy started as a professional classical musician, studying oboe at the Oberlin Conservatory and Northwestern University. Described as “prodigious” by the Chicago Tribune, Amy played in professional symphony orchestras in Chicago, Milwaukee, and New York City, then taught music at Brown University for ten years. A proud cleft parent and adoptive parent, Amy lives with her family in Providence, RI.   Thank you to our sponsor: Rap Index, tell them Roger sent you. https://www.rapindex.com   This podcast is dedicated to the art of advocacy. Contact Voices In Advocacy at: www.VoicesinAdvocacy.com 480 488-9150 At Voices in Advocacy, we work with organizations that want to inspire, educate, engage, and activate their supports to become even better effective, influential advocates.

    29 min

  5. MAR 20

    Learn of the Important Advocacy Issues Fought on Behalf of People with Muscular Dystrophy

    Join us as we explore the importance of advocating with today’s guest - the Director of Advocacy Engagement for the well-known organization – who is committed to supporting policies and initiatives that make a positive impact on the lives of children and adults living with neuromuscular diseases.

    32 min

  6. MAR 20

    From Advocacy to Action: Driving Growth in the Distilled Spirits Sector

    Today we speak to the leader of an organization that has received more than $250 million dollars voluntarily from the nation’s leading distillers to fight drunk driving and underage drinking and promote responsible decisions about beverage alcohol. Stay tuned as we learn about their dedication to advocacy.    ABOUT the GUEST Chris Swonger serves as the President & CEO of both the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) and Responsibility.org. Responsibility.org was founded in 1991 and has received more than $250 million dollars voluntarily from the nation’s leading distillers to fight drunk driving and underage drinking and promote responsible decisions about beverage alcohol. DISCUS is the leading voice for distilled spirits in the U.S. market and serves as the industry’s advocate in state capitals, the nation’s capital and foreign capitals around the globe. Chris has extensive experience guiding corporations to lead in business while playing a positive role in communities through proactive engagement. In this capacity, Chris focuses on breaking down the traditional barriers that exist between corporations, non-government organizations and activist groups by facilitating consensus-based outcomes which are deliverable, actionable and measurable. A native Texan, Chris received his bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University and lives in McLean, Virginia, with his wife Amy and their two sons Holden and Beckett Boone. Chris’ favorite drink? Bourbon on the rocks.   Thank you to our sponsor: Rap Index, tell them Roger sent you. https://www.rapindex.com   This podcast is dedicated to the art of advocacy. Contact Voices In Advocacy at: www.VoicesinAdvocacy.com 480 488-9150 At Voices in Advocacy, we work with organizations that want to inspire, educate, engage, and activate their supports to become even better effective, influential advocates.

    33 min

  7. 08/17/2023

    Why is it so Important for Young People to Be Engaged in Advocacy?

    Today we speak to the leader of an organization that empowers young adults to advocate for higher education, health care, and economic policies.

    35 min

  8. 07/27/2023

    Amazing Facts and Surprising Truths About Whistleblowers and The Law

    Whistleblowers have been at the top of the news lately. Today’s special guest is the founder of the leading nonprofit dedicated to protecting and rewarding whistleblowers around the world. You do not want to miss this episode as we explore the importance of advocating for stronger whistleblower protection laws and educating the public about whistleblowers’ critical role in protecting democracy and the rule of law.

    36 min
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This podcast is for the people that work and engage in advocacy efforts for their organizations; be they corporations, associations, trade organizations, and non-profit cause groups. If you are one of the people that work to build grassroots advocacy and grow your community of advocates – then you are in the right place. And finally – If you are already an advocate and want to learn more - Then this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Roger Rickard
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2016 - 2024. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Voices in Advocacy Podcast

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