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Certified Citizen Advocate

Category: Community Engagement and Organizing
Certified Citizen Advocate (Policy)

Overview
Train on rail policy and represent the passenger perspective to leaders and the press.

Key Responsibilities
- Complete RPA’s advocacy training modules and refreshers.
- Conduct outreach to elected officials, agencies, and civic groups.
- Contribute letters/op‑eds; support rapid‑response campaigns.
- Capture rider stories and local needs to inform RPA priorities.

Qualifications
- Persuasive speaker/writer with a collaborative mindset.
- Self‑directed researcher; social media comfort helpful.
- Willing to learn and follow message discipline.

Time Commitment
Variable; ~2–4 hours/week on average, higher during campaigns or hearings.

Benefits
- Certification badge; recognition at conference/events.
- Bylines and public‑facing impact to showcase in your portfolio.
Should be a Rail Passengers member or prepared to join Rail Passengers to participate. To
apply, send a resume, clips/links and a cover letter by email to [email protected].

"I’m so proud that we came together in bipartisan fashion in the Senate to keep the Southwest Chief chugging along, and I’m grateful for this recognition from the Rail Passengers Association. This victory is a testament to what we can accomplish when we reach across the aisle and work together to advance our common interests."

Senator Tom Udall (D-NM)
April 2, 2019, on receiving the Association's Golden Spike Award for his work to protect the Southwest Chief