Developing a Landscape Assessment for a Policy Advocacy Strategy

As an organization working at the intersection of workforce development, climate, and social justice, Rising Sun enlisted Common Spark Consulting to assess the impact and value of engaging in advocacy in the climate and energy policy space to advance their work and mission. Through research and interviews with staff, board members, and external partners, Common Spark presented Rising Sun with a set of recommendations on where Rising Sun’s voice would be valuable and what needs to be internally operationalized for a sustainable policy advocacy strategy. The policy and operational strategy was tailored to accompany Rising Sun’s growing interest and investment in policy work, including phases to expand at a thoughtful and intentional pace.