Advocacy

Providers, organizations and agencies interested in the field of afterschool look to OregonASK to answer questions and keep them informed about local, state and national issues and legislation that could have an impact on afterschool, children and youth and families in our communities.  Our work is centered on educating policy makers and organizations, through research, tools, strategies and partnerships with many organizations throughout the state.  We educate the community about ways that afterschool programs keep kids safe, inspire learning and help working families.

Our education work includes fact sheets, issues briefs and gathering research about the impact and importance of afterschool programs.  We work directly with providers, public administrators and elected officials to create policies that support the work of afterschool programs, professional and youth in Oregon.

Follow the links to learn more about our work at the state level and what is happening at the national level.

State Advocacy

Federal Advocacy