Grassroots Advocacy
/ˈɡræsˌruːts ˈædvəkəsi/
Definitions
- (n.) Organized efforts by ordinary citizens at a local level to influence public policy or legislation.
The nonprofit engaged in grassroots advocacy to promote environmental protection laws.
Forms
- grassroots advocacy
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Commentary
Grassroots advocacy emphasizes bottom-up influence distinct from formal lobbying; legal drafter should note its informal and participatory nature.
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