Advocate

Children cannot always stand up for themselves. We can all be advocates for young children in our community. Won't you join Smart Start Partnership for Children in this important and necessary venture?

Advocacy is defined as actively supporting a cause. The purpose of our advocacy is to help community members understand the issues facing families with young children and to motivate them to voice their views and opinions to friends, community members, and elected representatives. Whether assisting in efforts to help change laws or talking with a friend or neighbor, anyone can advocate on behalf of young children. As an advocate, your contribution guarantees our community continues to be aware of the needs of young children and their families and the importance of early childhood programs and services.

What You Can Do
Communicate directly with a legislator. First, you need to know who represents you.

For your North Carolina and U.S. Legislators and Senators, click here. 

For Henderson County Commissioners, click here. 

For Henderson County School Board Members, click here. 

Become an E-advocate
Sign-up for Smart Start Partnership for Children Electronic Newsletters! Send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  to receive updates, notices and opportunities for community members to get involved in preparing our youngest citizens for success in school and in life! This will include alerts sent out during legislative sessions at key times when critical votes related to Smart Start and young children are being considered giving you the opportunity to make sure your voice is heard before your elected officials vote on important issues.

Contact Smart Start with questions, concerns, or suggestions related to advocacy. We would love to help you make your voice heard!

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