"Lobby Days with Equality Florida was a transformational experience for me. I got the chance to play a direct role in pushing state senators and representatives for progressive policy in Tallahassee that had a direct impact on my life as a gay Floridian."
- Carlos, Lobby Days 2011 attendee
Join us for Equality Florida Lobby Days February 6 and 7!
Lobby Days 2012 will begin with a training in the Florida Senate Chamber at 10:00am. Our training will include: update on the current climate of the Florida legislature; lobby techniques; and in-depth information regarding the pro-LGBT bills for the 2012 session.
After the training staff will put you into teams and give you a list of pre-scheduled meetings to attend.
SCHEDULE
We will be starting our training promptly at 10:00am on Monday, Feb. 6 in the Florida Senate Chambers. The Florida Senate Chambers are located on the 4th Floor of the Capitol building in the Florida State Capitol, located at 400 South Monroe St, Tallahassee FL 32399. We are asking all attendees to meet at 9:30am to check in and receive training materials. We will be ending on Tuesday around 3:30 or 4:00pm.
HOTELS
There are many hotels in the Tallahassee area, some within walking distance of the Capitol and some just a short drive away. We have a special Equality Florida Lobby Day rate at the Red Roof Inn just off Monroe (about a 10 min drive from the Capitol). A standard king or 2 beds for $41.99 or an all inclusive king bed room with microwave, fridge and work desk area for $43.99. To book with Red Roof, call and tell them you want the Equality Florida rate.
Tel: 850-385-7884 | Fax: 850-
Red Roof Inn - Tallahassee • 2930 Hospitality Street • Tallahassee, FL 32303
PARKING
There is metered street parking all around the Capitol complex. There are also several parking garages, including Kleman Plaza parking garage, a block from the Capitol.
Click here for more information about parking:
ATTIRE
Businesses appropriate attire should be worn while in the Capitol. This includes suits, slacks, button up shirts, knee length skirts and dresses and close-toed shoes.