Read this article "Media Outreach Series: Writing and Distributing a Press Release" about how to distribute your media advisory and what to look for in putting together a release.
When you have filled in the relevant sections, send your media advisory to the AFGE Communications team for review and distribution by emailing it to Tim Kauffman ([email protected]) and Andrew Huddleston ([email protected]).
All media advisories should come to the AFGE Communications team for GCO review prior to distribution. Locals should not send out media advisories prior to review or distribute media advisorires from government equipment.
Note: Do not hold your rally on government property and make sure to obtain any required permits.
MEDIA ADVISORY:
MONTH DAY, 2021
Union Members at {INSERT NAME OF YOUR FACILITY} Hold Workers Memorial Day Event
AFGE officials and {AGENCY} employees remember coworkers who lost lives during pandemic
On April 28, union members at the {insert name of your facility} will hold a short memorial service outside and address the media. The service will be in recognition of Workers Memorial Day, which is April 28, and in memory of the coworkers who have lost their lives during the pandemic.
What: Workers Memorial Day Service and Media Availability
Who: Members of AFGE Local XXXX
Where: Address
When: Time
RSVP: Your local contact information