Advocacy, Policy & Communications
Partnering with organizations to transform public policy that will improve people's lives.
Our vision is to work alongside organizations, foundations and policy-makers to improve public policies in the United States and around the world. We exist to advance clients’ agendas through advocacy, policy research and analysis, strategic planning, communications support and political strategy.
Contact Us
info@gilchristandcompany.com
Areas of Focus
Advocacy
Advise non-profit organizations and foundations on how best to navigate the political dynamics at the Federal, State and Local levels to achieve their public policy objectives.
Develop and implement advocacy strategies including drafting legislation, conducting press conferences and legislative briefings and building coalitions.
Organize workshops to train and equip non-profit organizations to effectively advocate for the populations they serve.
Policy Research and Analysis
Conduct in-depth policy research and analysis on international development and domestic policy issues. Policy issues, including but not limited to:
Child Welfare
Criminal Justice Reform
Education
Global Health
Health Care
Immigration and Refugee Resettlement
Women’s Rights
Communications Support
Advise clients on how best to communicate their vision through marketing materials and media strategies.
Provide speech writing and editing.
Develop materials for non-profit organizations and foundations including biographies, one-pagers, fact sheets, and policy papers.
Political Strategy
Work with political candidates to develop policy platforms and communication strategies.
Assist in fundraising strategy and implementation for both political candidates and non-profit organizations.
“The test we must set for ourselves is not to march alone but to march in such a way that others will wish to join us.”
– Hubert H. Humphrey