Now that we are a few weeks removed from Youth Art Month, it is the perfect time to reflect on what we do to advocate for our kids and our program. Kristy Lopez and Karen Mannino, co-chairs of YAM for the Art Educators of New Jersey, join Tim to talk about why advocacy is so important, how you promote your program, and why we need to tell our story all year long.

Resources and Links

• 10 Advocacy Resources Every Teacher Needs to Know About
• A Full Month of Advocacy Ideas
• How to Talk to Your Staff About the Power of Art
• Follow Kristy and AENJ https://www.instagram.com/aenjyam/