Advocate year-round using the tips and resources in this toolkit. It’s easy using our pre-drafted messages, social media graphics, and an opportunity to share your story.
Our advocacy priorities
GO2 for Lung Cancer is urging Congress to take action on the following policy priorities.
- Our request for Fiscal Year 2025
Protect lung cancer research and oppose the cut to the Department of Defense’s Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) from $1.509 billion to $650 million – a 57% reduction from the FY24 enacted level. - Our request for Fiscal Year 2026
Support lung cancer research. Request $60 million for the Lung Cancer Research Program (LCRP) under the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) at the Department of Defense. - Support highest possible federal medical research funding levels for:
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)
- Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Support 2 priority bills to improve outcomes for the lung cancer community:
Send a message on Voter Voice
The core component of GO2 for Lung Cancer’s online advocacy is Voter Voice. This messaging platform makes it easy to send a message to your elected representatives. Once you sign up with your email and zip code, Voter Voice lets you send a pre-written email and X (formerly known as Twitter) post to your lawmakers.
Raise awareness on social media
Sharing content on social media is a quick and impactful way to raise awareness. To make it as easy as possible, we’ve created pre-written posts designed to amplify your voice and highlight key advocacy priorities. Learn more by checking out our social media toolkit.
Confronting lung cancer together:
GO2 message and media training
Check out our guide for how to talk about GO2 and your lung cancer journey. We’ve outlined easy steps for reaching out to local media, including templates for how to share your story.
Make lung cancer personal with a selfie video
One of the easiest ways to put a face to this disease is to share your own story in a selfie video! This spreads awareness while also educating legislators on the impact of lung cancer in a very personal way. Reference our video guidelines for suggestions, including a short message you can record and share on your social networks.
Additional resources
We make it easy to get comfortable with lung cancer advocacy. Explore these resources to learn more:
- Common Legislative and Advocacy Terms—A short glossary to help decipher some frequently used language you may hear as an advocate.
- An Overview of the Legislative Process—Everything you wanted to know and more.
- Tips for Public Speaking—Get tips for speaking and interviews, plus find out where you can share your lung cancer story in your community.
- 5 Steps for In-Person Meetings—Arrange a meeting with your elected officials. It’s much easier than you think.