In this section, we provide an overview of Rise and Rally, our mission, and the goals of the Road to Reform program. We explain how the roadmap is designed to guide you through different tiers of advocacy, tailored to your specific needs and roles. Expect to learn about the structure of the program, the support you will receive, and the outcomes you can achieve as you progress through the tiers.
Allies are introduced to advocacy concepts, learning to navigate healthcare systems and communicate their needs effectively. This tier empowers them with basic advocacy skills and resources.
Allies share their experiences and connect with support networks, fostering a sense of community. They participate in educational events to deepen their understanding and advocacy efforts.
Allies engage in legislative advocacy, learning to influence policy changes and communicate with lawmakers. They participate in campaigns and efforts to improve healthcare policies.
Allies take on leadership roles, honing advanced advocacy skills. They contribute to systemic change efforts, including medical education reform and healthcare system improvements.
If you’ve landed here first on our site and haven’t yet familiarized yourself with who we are and what we do, we’re Rise & Rally: Chronic, Complex, and Rare Disease Advocacy and Healthcare Reform, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization on a mission to fix the broken systems and break down the barriers that impede the care of individuals with chronic, complex, or rare conditions, and those who are trying to help them.
We offer a variety of free resources on our site to help advocates advocate for these communities. However, we understand that having many resources without guidance can leave some feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start. That’s why we created the Road to Reform Roadmap.
The Road to Reform Roadmap is our comprehensive guide designed to walk you step-by-step and empower individuals like you to become effective advocates for change in the chronic, complex, and rare disease communities, advocating for healthcare reform.
In the next lesson, we’ll explore what the Road to Reform Roadmap is and how it can empower you to make a meaningful impact in chronic, complex and rare disease healthcare reform advocacy.
We're Rise & Rally: For Chronic, Complex And Rare Disease Advocacy And Healthcare Reform a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan organization on a mission to fix the broken systems & break down the barriers that impede the care of individuals with chronic, complex, or rare conditions & those trying to help them.