What is UCLA Advocacy? - Government & Community Relations

UCLA Advocacy mobilizes individuals on behalf of the university to support legislation and policies that positively impact public higher education.

Building Relationships

Raising your voice on behalf of UCLA with elected and other government officials on issues that affect higher education

Public Engagement

Being a UCLA ambassador in the community at large and among influencers

Making Contact

Supporting UCLA’s tripartite mission of education, research and service by sending emails, making phone calls, engaging on social media or attending in-person meetings on specific policy matters

Personal Messages

Strengthening our message by sharing your personal stories and professional expertise with key policy and decision makers during our advocacy days in Downtown Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Washington, DC

Civic Networking

Developing professional skills, including public speaking and policy analysis, while networking with other passionate, civic-minded Bruins at various stages of their careers

Giving Back

Showing current students the value of a UCLA education and the importance of giving back to the university in different ways beyond the checkbook.