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UWABC Political Advocacy
Purpose
UWABC is committed to keeping its membership informed of important and relevant political issues. We provide educational and objective information to allow each member the opportunity to make informed decisions, and encourage members to participate in the democratic process.
Each year the UWABC Political Advocacy Committee provides political functions to help our members and guests become more closely involved with issues of the day. We plan event topics that are relevant and meaningful to our members, and strive to include members with differing views. If you have thoughts about what is meaningful to you, or would like to join the Political Avocacy Committee please send your ideas to the chairperson: email political@uwabc.org.
2012 EVENTS
February 21, 2012
5:30-7:30pm
“Healthy, Wealthy and Wise”
65% of all bankruptcies are Health related, and 77% of those actually have health insurance.
Join us in a panel discussion about the
Affordable Health Care Act and health care reform in the state of Utah.
● How will Federal and State reform laws intersect?
● Will citizens experience better care for less cost?
● Are reforms going to help or hinder business uncertainty?
● Why do insurance costs continue to skyrocket?
● What does cost containment mean to you?
Location:
Utah Non-Profits Association
231 E. 400 S.
Panelists:
Judi Hilman, Executive Director, Utah Health Policy Project
Ernest Sweat, Fringe Benefit Analysts
Liana B. Teteberg, CDM Consulting Group, LLC
2010 EVENTS
August 17, 2010
"Let's Talk!"
The Political Advocacy Committee of Utah Women's Alliance for Building Community (UWABC) was proud to host "Let's Talk," a non-partisan issues forum with local experts.
Setup in "speed dating" format, participants asked questions about relevant political issues. The relaxed atmosphere was fun, dynamic, and encouraged many great conversations. Experts were assigned topic tables and answered questions posed by members under time limits, giving participants a chance to explore each topic:
Since every issue has more than one side, our goal was to have a balanced representation at each topic table, giving members and guests the opportunity to discuss their most pressing political concerns. Topic experts included:
• Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon
• Sarah Baldwin (Utah Clean Energy)
• Karen Gilmore (Rocky Mountain Power)
• Representative Chris Herrod
• Chet Loftis (Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah)
• Kelli Lundgren (Coffee Party)
• Deeda Seed (Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance)
• Susan K. Southwick (Tea Party).
Attendees reported learning about current issues, and even better, having a great time!
Special thanks to Diva's Cupcakes, 1560 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City for providing their back patio--a lovely venue for this summer evening event.
February 16, 2010
"Live loud. Be proud!"
A special panel presentation about women who are willing to speak out about what matters most to them. Members and guests brought their daughters and other young women in their lives to encourage them to "find their own voice" through shared experience.
Special guests included Christine Johnson, Jenny Seelig and Emma Waitzman. Panelists:
• Shared inspiring stories from their experiences as leaders
• Taught a thing, or two, about how to introduce a bill
• Bolstered our confidence because every voice matters!
We all enjoyed great appetizers and good conversation with both old and new friends!
Special thanks to Wells Fargo Women's Financial Services who provided the Wells Fargo Building, 11th Floor Atrium for our event.
Questions? Email political@uwabc.org.
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Web sites and Resources
She Should Run
2011 Complete Utah Legislature Guide/Resources
2011 Legislative Directory (PDF)
http://www.voterlink.utah.gov/
http://www.utahpolicy.com
Daily newsletter for up-to-date
Utah and national political news
www.now.org
National Organization for Women working to ensure equality for women.
www.moveon.org
A way for busy but concerned citizens
to find their political voice in a system dominated by big money and big media.
www.ThePeaceAlliance.org
Advocacy for the U.S. Department
of Peace, the primary function of which will be to research, facilitate, and articulate nonviolent solutions to domestic and international conflict.
www.localfirst.org
A non-profit organization dedicated
to strengthening communities and local economies by promoting, preserving, and protecting local, independently
owned businesses throughout Utah.
www.healutah.org
Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah an alliance of citizens and organizations working to protect the health of Utahns.
www.utahhealth.org
UtahHealth - improve the quality of life and the standard of health in Utah.
www.utahcleanenergy.org
UtahClean Energy - Through advocacy, education, and diverse partnerships, Utah Clean Energy advances renewable energy and energy efficiency.
www.treeutah.org
Tree Utah – dedicated to tree planting and education
www.utahmomsforcleanair.org
UtahMoms for Clean Air – a group of moms working to improve the air for the health of their children
www.slcgov.com/Utilities
Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities - a customer focused organization, working to continuously improve water, wastewater and storm water services.
www.sbicouncil.org/
Sustainable Buildings Industry Council - brings together design professionals, corporations, and individuals who are
committed to sustainable design.
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