Policy Toolkit
Be a Voice for Conservation Policy
You know wildlife. You understand the science. Now make your expertise count where it matters most—in policy decisions that shape how to manage natural resources. You don’t need years of advocacy experience. You just need passion and the right tools.
We believe every wildlife professional can be a voice for meaningful conservation policy.
TWS’ policy toolkit connects you with:
Tips for organizing Conservation Affairs Committees — Build a community of wildlife professionals who share a commitment to science-based policy.
Proven advocacy strategies — We show you exactly how to craft messages that decision-makers hear and remember.
Ready-to-use templates — Take action today. Write effective letters, prepare for meetings, submit powerful comments and issue press releases that get results.
Expert guidance — We break down complex policy processes into clear, actionable steps.
Resources to create lasting change — Develop position statements, policy briefs and fact sheets that establish your community as the go-to wildlife experts.
Ready to amplify your voice for wildlife and wildlife professionals?
Together, we ensure science guides wildlife decision-making.
Policy Toolkit Quick Access
- Build your CAC
- Engage current and future wildlife professionals
- Develop collaboration strategies that work
- Emphasize your expertise
- Choose where and how to engage
- Navigate advocacy and lobbying for nonprofits
- Craft messages that decision-makers remember
- Navigate in-person and virtual meetings with legislators
- Write letters comments, and testimony that inspire change
- Develop authoritative position and issue statements
- Design compelling fact sheets and policy briefs
- Navigate TWS’ policy library
- Understand how bills become laws
- Engage with federal budget processes
- Navigate agency rulemaking
- Work within Canadian policy systems
Questions?
TWS staff are here to support you.