Thursday, October 10, 2002, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. SPEAKING AS ADVOCATES:  Ten Reasons for Engaging an Administrator of Volunteer Resources Mary Merrill, Merrill Associates, Ohio Session Description: As AVA works to position our profession it is the responsibility of each of us to be vocal advocates for this important profession.  Join this session to explore ten “talking points” that can help us market our work and elevate our profession. Learning Objectives: 1. Increase ability to speak as advocates for the profession 2. Identify six messages that promote and elevate the profession 3. Indicate plans to act as more outspoken advocates for the profession Level:  Basic Conference Theme(s): Community, Opportunity