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title: "Lobbying 101: AuDvocating for Public Policies that Advance Patient Care Now Available On-Demand"
description: "ADA offers programming and support to audiologists and students who are or who desire to be autonomous practitioners in the field of Audiology."
url: "https://audiologist.org/resources/communicate/latest-news/lobbying-101-audvocating-for-public-policies-that-advance-patient-care-now-available-on-demand"
date: "2026-06-25T06:55:03+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
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#  Lobbying 101: AuDvocating for Public Policies that Advance Patient Care Now Available On-Demand

![](https://audiologist.org/_resources/images/news/webinars/webinar-01.jpg)On February 25, 2025, ADA and the Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology (PAA) teamed up to host [Lobbying 101: AuDvocating for Public Policies that Advance Patient Care](https://audiologist.org/resources/communicate/webinar-archive)! The webinar is now available [on-demand](https://audiologist.org/resources/communicate/webinar-archive)—and open to the public!

This one-hour webinar will equip audiologists with practical strategies to lobby for legislation to improve access to and coverage of audiology services and hearing aids. Participants will learn how to navigate legislative processes, craft compelling messages, and build relationships with state and federal legislators. The course will feature real-word case studies that emphasize the importance of communicating the value of audiology care and using patient-centered stories to influence policy change.

**Use World Hearing Day to Give Your Elected Officials and Earful about the Importance of Ear and Hearing Care!**

1. Watch the [ADA-PAA Webinar](https://audiologist.org/resources/communicate/webinar-archive) and download the slides.
2. Review the [WHO Resources](https://who.canto.global/index.html#/v/worldhearingday2025/landing?viewIndex=1).

3. [Find your federal state and local officials](https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials) and contact them to tell them about the important role that audiologists play in hearing and balance care and invite them to tour your practice!

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