Solve M.E. - "The Long Game: Building Political Power As a Community"

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This US-based advocacy project was announced by Solve M.E. in their October 20 "state of the union" online session. It is also mentioned here:

Solve M.E.'s 2026 State of the Union: From Protecting Progress to Building What's Next2026 State of the ME/CFS Union | Solve M.E. - Solve ME/CFS Initiative

Explore Solve M.E.'s 2026 State of the ME/CFS Union, outlining priorities for research, treatments, and advocacy—and how the community can get involved.

solvecfs.org

Advocate for lasting change. Our community has already helped protect critical research programs and influence federal policy. Now we’re preparing for the next phase, including “The Long Game,” a free advocacy training program designed to help community members build relationships with decision-makers and advocate effectively throughout the year.

There are nine training sessions scheduled from January to April 2027. The registration page says "You can choose to attend one or more of the following sessions."

Registration link for The Long Game training sessions:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: The Long Game: Building Political Power As a Community. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Let's talk about how political power actually works — how decisions get made, how to persuade, which levers move our issue — so that, working together, we become a force that can’t be ignored. Session 1 — Jan. 6, 2027: Open the Door: What to Do After the Midterm Elections Session 2 — Jan. 20...

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Solve ME has posted another news item about this advocacy campaign

The Long Game: Building a Community That Can’t Be Ignored

The Long Game: Building a Community That Can’t Be Ignored - Solve ME/CFS Initiative

Join The Long Game for free ME/CFS and Long Covid advocacy training. Learn to build relationships with Congress and advocate for federal research funding.

solvecfs.org

Starting Wednesday, January 6, just as the new Congress begins its work, we’ll meet online for one hour every two weeks leading up to Advocacy Week in May, and we’ll keep going from there.

Every session will leave you with something practical you can use right away. Sessions are recorded, so you can join from bed, watch on your own schedule, or take it a few minutes at a time.

There’s a role for you

Whether you’re new to advocacy or have been at it for years, there’s a place for you here. If you live with ME/CFS or Long Covid, your experience is what moves people, and you don’t need connections or experience to make a difference.

If you’re a caregiver or ally, you can help carry the work when someone you love can’t.

If you’re a seasoned advocate, we’ll help you think more strategically and deepen the relationships that move policy.

Free training sessions start on January 6. You can choose to attend one or more of these sessions:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: The Long Game: Building Political Power As a Community. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Let's talk about how political power actually works — how decisions get made, how to persuade, which levers move our issue — so that, working together, we become a force that can’t be ignored. Session 1 — Jan. 6, 2027: Open the Door: What to Do After the Midterm Elections Session 2 — Jan. 20...

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