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Lots to learn at cont sented by WSA members Lobbying pre Dianne Harkin Be careful at all times, officr 55 By Beth Burnett l‘his workshop was conducted by u constable til the North Bay Police l-nrcc. ills message could be summarized 1]] the rollouing way. In till areas of crime, the best offense is the best tit-lensi- i be careful at all times. Rope Women of all ages are victims of rtipc. Do not walk in dark or shaded areas. If you are going out at night, do not go alone. Keep your car doors lucde when dri\ ing alone. Be sure all doors und windows are securely locked. Use only your surname and initial in the telephone directory. if at tacked. scream loudly and aim for the eyes ol' the attacker with your finger nails to gouge or scratch. High By Eva Tuck Dianne Harkin and Dorothy Middle- ton. members of Women for the Survival of Agriculture presented this workshop. They suggested first and foremost, that groups or individuals identify an issue. Then, he sure to write down the correct facts and have back up material in reference to your issue. Next. find others who are interested in the same issue. and get them to do some of the research too. (You can never know too much about a topic when you are lobbying!) It is important to try to get the feeling of the public on your issue, so you know what you are up against and who is likely to support your stand. Also. get the media involved in your lobbying effort. but be sure to give accurate information to ALL newspapers, radio and TV stations. heels can cause pain if driven down on the arch or foot of the attacker. Escape if at all possible. Burglary Most burglars work from dusk to midnight. In apartments. the favored time is midnight to 3 a.m., with July and August being peak months as people are off on holidays. Thefts also increase in December. Organized criminals are interested in; 1. TV and stereo equipment 2. Furniture, jewelry and clothing 3. Collections of stamps, paintings, guns etc. Check your home to eliminate dark areas, shrubbery near windows and doors. fancy deep door wells â€" anywhere a criminal can hide easily. Be sure all doors and windows are continued on page 22 One way of drumming up more support when you are lobbying is [0 get invited to speak to other Organim_ tions. Make them aware of the issue, Once you have everything ready to present your issue, perhaps in the form of a brief for instance, maltc sure you look the part. Don’t wear your barn clothes and use a leCdesc to carry all your support maternal Make sure the clothes you do um make you look important. A suit is often a good choice. Finally, plan a strategy. Think about how you are going to preent your issue, when and to whom in he most effective. The workshop leaders suggwcd women are the best people [It tlu lobbying because they are likely ti. tlllg it all the time and not knowin; u! l l Be AWat-e Workshop H H St (‘ October. November. December 1987