2024 Cultural Industry Advocacy Day - Utah Museums Association


	We invite everyone who works or participates in the cultural industry to join us at the Utah State Capitol on February 2, 2024 to showcase the magic of the cultural industry and how it enriches our lives. Use the button below to register. Registration is required if you want to participate as an activity provider or deliver awards. If you want to participate as an attendee, registration is encouraged but not required. There is no fee to participate but attendees do have the option to pre-purchase a boxed lunch. Boxed lunch orders are now closed. We encourage everyone to wear red (we will also have red buttons available for attendees to wear).

	WAYS TO PARTICIPATE Rotunda Activity/Table Lead or Support [limited spots available / 45-50 organizations] This group will provide an engaging interactive activity or background performance (loud performances are not permitted but we can accommodate background music and quiet performances) in the Rotunda to showcase the magic of the cultural industry to legislators, school groups, industry attendees, and the general public visiting the Capitol. We encourage each organization to bring at least 2 people to staff each activity. We would like to have all activities identified as soon as possible. If you have questions or would like to discuss ideas please contact Ruth White. Rotunda Activity/Table Lead: Choose this option if you are the main contact for the organization and will provide details for the activity. There is only one lead per organization. Rotunda Activity/Table Support: Choose this option if you are supporting an activity. There can be multiple supports per organization. 7:00 am - 8:30 am // load-in & set-up in Rotunda 8:30 am - 2:00 pm // interactive activities in Rotunda 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm // load-out from Rotunda Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Award Captain [limited spots available / 16 people] Award Captains will schedule meetings with 5-8 legislators and coordinate with Award Deliverers to deliver awards. These awards are given to legislators who championed the cultural industry during the 2023 legislative session. This is a great option for those who have attended Advocacy Day in the past or have time to contact legislative interns before the event and be at the Capitol for the whole day. Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PLUS one 45-minute training call before the event PLUS time spent making appointments. Award Deliverer [limited spots available / 50-75 people] Award deliverers will be assigned to small groups to deliver awards to legislators and build support for our policy agenda and appropriations requests. These awards are given to legislators who championed the cultural industry during the 2023 legislative session. This is a great option for those who are new to Advocacy Day and want to be very involved. No prior training is needed. Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PLUS one 45-minute training call before the event. Attendee [unlimited availability] Attendees can show up at any time between 8:30 am and 2:00 pm to support the industry and network with colleagues. Prior registration is not required but is appreciated so we know how many folks plan to attend. We encourage all attendees to post to social using the following hashtags: #UELMA2024 #FilmUtah #IdeasInAction #UtahMuseums #UMTA #STEM
	EVENT TIMELINE 7:00 am-8:00 am \| Interactive activity load-in [Rotunda] 8:00 am-8:30 am \| Captain Orientation Meeting [Rotunda] 8:30 am-1:00 pm \| Attendee check-in 8:30 am-2:00 pm \| Interactive activities [Rotunda] 9:00 am-9:15 am \| Group photos [Rotunda steps] 9:00 am-5:00 pm \| Award delivery [Capitol Building] 12:30 pm-1:30 pm \| Box lunches available for those who prepaid [Board Room] 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \| Interactive activities load-out

	LEARN ABOUT OUR PARTNERS Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program (BTS Arts) POPS! (Professional Outreach Programs in the Schools) Utah Educational Library Media Association (UELMA) Utah Cultural Alliance Utah Division of Arts & Museums Utah Film Commission Utah Humanities Utah Library Association Utah Museums Association Utah Music Teachers Association Utah STEM Action Center

	HOW TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH POLITICS IN UTAH Attend legislative floor time and committee meetings (in-person or virtually) during the session. All the information can be found at le.utah.gov. This website is also where you can access bills, state code, budget, legislator contact information, and more. Participate in 45 Days of Advocacy, a collection of simple tasks to become involved during the legislative session and throughout the year. Listen to State Street (KUER) podcast \| This is the place where Utah politics tastes good. Where the stories are covered in fry sauce and you can boost your civic IQ without all the campaigning, cajoling, and crosstalk. This is politics, the Utah way. Listen to The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry (PBS Utah) podcast \| Produced in collaboration with The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, The Hinckley Report delves into the pressing political issues that Utah faces. Amidst divisive political news, the weekly program stands out for its unbiased and civil rountable discussions, providing valuable insights into the issues facing Uthans. Host Jason Perry brings together Utah's top journalists, lawmakers, and policy experts to provide insight and analysis on current events and political news. The show offers a wide range of perspectives, ensuring a diverse and comprehensive discussion. Listen to Both Sides of the Aisle (KCPW) podcast \| A weekly debate over politics, policy, and current issues facing the state of Utah, featuring voices representing the Right, the Center, and the Left. Both Sides of the Aisle attempts to help you understand the important questions facing residents of this state, while proving that Republicans and Democrats can sit in a small room and have a meaningful conversation.


	We invite everyone who works or participates in the cultural industry to join us at the Utah State Capitol on February 2, 2024 to showcase the magic of the cultural industry and how it enriches our lives. Use the button below to register. Registration is required if you want to participate as an activity provider or deliver awards. If you want to participate as an attendee, registration is encouraged but not required. There is no fee to participate but attendees do have the option to pre-purchase a boxed lunch. Boxed lunch orders are now closed. We encourage everyone to wear red (we will also have red buttons available for attendees to wear).

	WAYS TO PARTICIPATE Rotunda Activity/Table Lead or Support [limited spots available / 45-50 organizations] This group will provide an engaging interactive activity or background performance (loud performances are not permitted but we can accommodate background music and quiet performances) in the Rotunda to showcase the magic of the cultural industry to legislators, school groups, industry attendees, and the general public visiting the Capitol. We encourage each organization to bring at least 2 people to staff each activity. We would like to have all activities identified as soon as possible. If you have questions or would like to discuss ideas please contact Ruth White. Rotunda Activity/Table Lead: Choose this option if you are the main contact for the organization and will provide details for the activity. There is only one lead per organization. Rotunda Activity/Table Support: Choose this option if you are supporting an activity. There can be multiple supports per organization. 7:00 am - 8:30 am // load-in & set-up in Rotunda 8:30 am - 2:00 pm // interactive activities in Rotunda 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm // load-out from Rotunda Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Award Captain [limited spots available / 16 people] Award Captains will schedule meetings with 5-8 legislators and coordinate with Award Deliverers to deliver awards. These awards are given to legislators who championed the cultural industry during the 2023 legislative session. This is a great option for those who have attended Advocacy Day in the past or have time to contact legislative interns before the event and be at the Capitol for the whole day. Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PLUS one 45-minute training call before the event PLUS time spent making appointments. Award Deliverer [limited spots available / 50-75 people] Award deliverers will be assigned to small groups to deliver awards to legislators and build support for our policy agenda and appropriations requests. These awards are given to legislators who championed the cultural industry during the 2023 legislative session. This is a great option for those who are new to Advocacy Day and want to be very involved. No prior training is needed. Time commitment: February 2, 2024 \| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PLUS one 45-minute training call before the event. Attendee [unlimited availability] Attendees can show up at any time between 8:30 am and 2:00 pm to support the industry and network with colleagues. Prior registration is not required but is appreciated so we know how many folks plan to attend. We encourage all attendees to post to social using the following hashtags: #UELMA2024 #FilmUtah #IdeasInAction #UtahMuseums #UMTA #STEM
	EVENT TIMELINE 7:00 am-8:00 am \| Interactive activity load-in [Rotunda] 8:00 am-8:30 am \| Captain Orientation Meeting [Rotunda] 8:30 am-1:00 pm \| Attendee check-in 8:30 am-2:00 pm \| Interactive activities [Rotunda] 9:00 am-9:15 am \| Group photos [Rotunda steps] 9:00 am-5:00 pm \| Award delivery [Capitol Building] 12:30 pm-1:30 pm \| Box lunches available for those who prepaid [Board Room] 2:00 pm-3:00 pm \| Interactive activities load-out

	LEARN ABOUT OUR PARTNERS Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program (BTS Arts) POPS! (Professional Outreach Programs in the Schools) Utah Educational Library Media Association (UELMA) Utah Cultural Alliance Utah Division of Arts & Museums Utah Film Commission Utah Humanities Utah Library Association Utah Museums Association Utah Music Teachers Association Utah STEM Action Center

	HOW TO FOLLOW ALONG WITH POLITICS IN UTAH Attend legislative floor time and committee meetings (in-person or virtually) during the session. All the information can be found at le.utah.gov. This website is also where you can access bills, state code, budget, legislator contact information, and more. Participate in 45 Days of Advocacy, a collection of simple tasks to become involved during the legislative session and throughout the year. Listen to State Street (KUER) podcast \| This is the place where Utah politics tastes good. Where the stories are covered in fry sauce and you can boost your civic IQ without all the campaigning, cajoling, and crosstalk. This is politics, the Utah way. Listen to The Hinckley Report with Jason Perry (PBS Utah) podcast \| Produced in collaboration with The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, The Hinckley Report delves into the pressing political issues that Utah faces. Amidst divisive political news, the weekly program stands out for its unbiased and civil rountable discussions, providing valuable insights into the issues facing Uthans. Host Jason Perry brings together Utah's top journalists, lawmakers, and policy experts to provide insight and analysis on current events and political news. The show offers a wide range of perspectives, ensuring a diverse and comprehensive discussion. Listen to Both Sides of the Aisle (KCPW) podcast \| A weekly debate over politics, policy, and current issues facing the state of Utah, featuring voices representing the Right, the Center, and the Left. Both Sides of the Aisle attempts to help you understand the important questions facing residents of this state, while proving that Republicans and Democrats can sit in a small room and have a meaningful conversation.