Legislative Lunch & Learn

Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the legislative process and receive tools to help them share their experiences and ideas with legislators. This training is open to anyone interested in advocating for legislation that supports reentry efforts.

Attendees will meet in the House Chamber at 10:00 am.

AGENDA

1. Panel discussion with Rep. Wendy McNamara and Sen. Greg Taylor

2. Mock testimony workshop with Ericka Sanders, Founder and Executive Director of You Yes You!

3. Lunch in the Statehouse Atrium

PARKING

There are paid garages and parking meters around the Statehouse that you may use. It is also a short walk from the Circle Center Mall Parking Garage.

BUILDING ACCESS

Public access to the building is through the east doors at the top of the steps. Be prepared to go through metal detectors and to have bags, backpacks, and purses x-rayed.

The lower west entrance doors provide the only ADA access to the building. Turn right or left inside the vestibule doors and you will find elevators around the corners.

ATTIRE

This is a casual event and there is no dress code. However, if you would like some professional attire to wear to the Statehouse, check out these resources:

• Dress for Success

• ICAN Clothing and Food Closet

• Free Thrift Store (Fletcher Place)

• List of More Clothing Pantries in Indianapolis

SCHOLARSHIPS

If you are criminal legal system-impacted (people who have been incarcerated, or who are in the support system of someone who has been incarcerated) and attend the entire event you are eligible to receive a $100 scholarship for attending.

Host or Publisher Marion County Reentry Coalition