From Community to Capitol: An Advocacy Experience Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Apr 25, 2026; 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM  (Central)

Organized By: Sierra Club

What does it look like to turn community power into real policy impact?

Join the Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter and our partners for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on advocacy experience this ATX Climate Week! From Community to Capitol: An Advocacy Experience is designed as an accessible, welcoming on-ramp into advocacy - blending art, community, and real-world civic action into a single, powerful experience.

Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and colleagues - we all belong in the spaces decisions are made!

The day will begin on the Capitol Grounds for a picnic (light refreshments and snacks provided!) and art activation. You can expect:

• A collaborative art and sign-making station (with plenty of activities for young advocates as well)
• Short, engaging introductions to climate advocacy in Texas
• To learn more about local advocacy groups and frontline organizations fighting for Texas communities

Afterwards, inside the Capitol, you’ll experience a guided introduction to how policy works in Texas:

• Learn where key decisions happen
• Understand how to participate in hearings and submit public comment
• Practice advocacy in a low-pressure, supportive environment

Whether you’re brand new to advocacy or looking to deepen your impact, this experience is designed to meet you where you are, and move us forward, together. This is what is looks like to build people power for positive change. With your help, we can do even more!

Come build community, make some art, and step into your power with us on Saturday, April 25!

Location: Texas Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701

Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM CST