Advocacy Toolkits

Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)

• Guide. How to Successfully Advocate for Hearing Loops. This comprehensive guide provides an easy-to-follow roadmap for creating looped communities. Sections include Being Strategic, A-Z Advocacy, an Advocacy Cheat Sheet and FAQ, inspiring success stories, and much more. (50 pages, pdf)
• Toolkit Handbook. Like a resource library, this document provides access to tools, resources, and knowledge that advocates can use to educate decision-makers about hearing loss, communication access, and the benefits of hearing loops. Links to view and download each tool are included.
  • Part 1 (53 pages, pdf)
  • Part 2 (41-pages, pdf)

What It Takes To Loop Your Community. Ginevra Ralph reveals the methodology the Shedd Institute in Eugene, Oregon, uses in advocating for hearing loops in their community. She reviews a list of replicable tasks their looping committee feels are required for sustainable hearing loop advocacy. 2024 HLAA Diablo Valley Chapter (YouTube video, 1+ hour)