Southeast LTE & Op-ed Writing Party

This is an opportunity for volunteers in NC, SC, GA, AL, and FL to turn up on Zoom, write a letter-to-the-editor and submit it to a local newspaper before the hour is out!

We know that the staffers for our members of Congress monitor the local newspapers so this is an effective way to let them know that climate change is a priority issue for their constituents. If we mention our elected officials in published letters it is likely to end up on their desks!

We will start with a quick six-minute training for anyone who needs it, then discuss timely letter-writing opportunities before muting/turning off cameras for 20 minutes to write. Letters-to-the-editor average about 250 words. (This is also an opportunity to work on a longer op-ed - 650 words - if you prefer.)

After the period of writing, participants will return to the group session and anyone who would like to share can read their letters or ask questions. 

Event information: Southeast LTE & Op-ed Writing Party

Time: Jan 20, 2022, 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://citizensclimate.zoom.us/j/95035830361?pwd=cENQYnlOOUtsZlEzVHRueEdLZ0xhUT09

Meeting ID: 950 3583 0361
Passcode: 123

What do you bring to the party?

- Anything climate-related you have spotted in a local newspaper. (You will also find timely writing suggestions with talking points in our LTE Topics document which is available to download from the "Media Resources" section of CCL Community).

- A notepad and pen if you’d like to write by hand.

- A beverage of your choice (hey, it is a party after all!).

Questions? Email charlotte.ward@citizensclimatelobby.org