Get Involved
Be a Pension Champion
Are you ready to be a leader in protecting retirement security for public employees? Here’s how you can become a pension champion:
Raise Awareness: Educate your community, colleagues, and elected officials about the importance of public employee pensions. Share information about the critical role pensions play in attracting and retaining qualified public servants.
Advocate for Change: Take action to support policies and initiatives that strengthen and protect public pensions. Write letters to lawmakers, participate in advocacy campaigns, and attend legislative hearings to make your voice heard.
Engage Others: Inspire others to join the fight for pension security. Encourage your friends, family, and fellow community members to get involved and become advocates for public employee pensions.
Stay Informed: Stay up-to-date on pension-related news, developments, and challenges. Knowledge is power, and being informed allows you to effectively advocate for policies that safeguard retirement benefits for public employees.
Lead by Example: Lead by example by actively participating in pension advocacy efforts and demonstrating your commitment to protecting the retirement security of public servants. Your leadership can inspire others to join the cause.
Together, we can ensure that public employees receive the retirement benefits they’ve earned and deserve. Be a pension champion and make a difference today.
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