Parent rights and educational choice are critical in our upcoming School Board elections. This is a good article on the issues. There are things we can do but we need more people involved locally.

Parents and kids are the stakeholders. How do we get them involved?

Objective: Engage parents as key stakeholders in the Parents' Rights Initiative to ensure they are informed, connected, and empowered to advocate for their educational choices in Alberta.

Current Challenges:

Parental Rights at Risk: The Liberal government, unions, and rich NGOs are working together to undermine parental rights.

Limited Support from School Boards: Alberta's school boards have some capacity to support parents’ educational choices, but their influence is limited by the woke trustees who are supported by those looking to push a government and agency-dominated agenda over the parent-child relationship.

Disconnected Communities: Parents are often isolated in media silos, with only a small group of parent rights activists to drive the conversation.

Strategies to Connect with Parents:

Raise Awareness:

Community Outreach: Host town halls, webinars, and workshops to educate parents about their rights and the initiative. Who is doing this...I want to join in?

Clear Messaging: Use simple, compelling materials (flyers, social media posts, and newsletters) to explain the stakes and encourage involvement.

Please share and support this type of action.

Leverage Local Media: Partner with community newspapers, radio stations, and influencers to amplify the message.

Are there any available news outlets where we can do this?

Build Connections:

Parent Networks: Create or support local parent groups (e.g., through schools, community centers, or online platforms) to foster collaboration.

Online Communities: Use platforms like X, Facebook groups, or dedicated forums to connect parents across Alberta and share resources.

A social media Signal channel: The Local Elections Toolbox is a place to do this. ParentsandKidsTogether.ca has a website and a Facebook channel that could be used. What other channels are there that you would suggest?

Coalition Building: Partner with like-minded organizations, such as homeschooling associations or advocacy groups, to broaden the network. Parents for Choice in Education and The Alberta Parents' Union are 2 that I know about that you can check online,

Break Down Silos:

Inclusive Engagement: Reach out to diverse parent groups, including those who may feel disconnected due to cultural, geographic, or socioeconomic barriers. Let me know if I can help; I would be willing to stand alongside those involved in this.

Grassroots Mobilization: Train and empower local parent leaders to organize events and share information within their communities.

Centralized Hub: Develop a website or app where parents can access resources, connect with others, and stay updated on advocacy efforts.

This is a powerful idea—does anyone know if it's already in motion? Let's make it happen!

Encourage Action:

Call to Action: Provide clear steps for parents to get involved, such as attending school board meetings, signing petitions, or contacting elected officials. Who is doing this, and how can we help?

Voter Education: Inform parents about how their votes in provincial and school board elections impact their rights.

Feedback Loop: Create channels (e.g., surveys or forums) for parents to share concerns and ideas, ensuring they feel heard.

Next Steps:

Identify key parent leaders in the Edmonton area to kickstart local efforts. Any ideas to get the momentum going?

Develop a timeline for outreach events and media campaigns.

Monitor school board policies and government actions to keep parents informed of changes.

By fostering awareness, building strong networks, and empowering parents to act, the Parents' Rights Initiative can unite families across Alberta to protect their educational choices.