by Marlee Breakstone | May 5, 2026 | Advocacy, August Recess, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, volunteers
As the summer months approach and several holidays draw near, community associations nationwide are bringing people together for community-driven events. Such festivities are just one example of why Americans living in homeowners associations, condominiums, and...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Apr 14, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials
The first quarter of 2026 set a powerful tone for grassroots advocacy across the community association housing industry landscape. From energizing new advocate voices to strengthening long-standing relationships with policymakers, CAI members demonstrated what’s...
by Marlee Breakstone | Apr 2, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Resources, volunteers
At CAI, we know that advocacy is not one-size-fits-all. There is no single correct way to be an effective advocate. Each situation warrants different approaches, and CAI often employs several methods of communication in grassroots efforts to keep members aware and...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Mar 18, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Connect with Elected Officials, Federal Advocacy, Resources
CAI is committed to helping elected officials support the constituents they serve, which is why we developed a brand-new webinar to educate them on the industry. Community Association Living: An Essential Guide for Homeowner Leaders is a free, easy-to-follow online...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Mar 13, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Legislative Action Committees, Resources, State Capitols, volunteers
Advocacy is most powerful when the voices of community association advocates are heard directly by the elected officials shaping public policy. In 2026, members of CAI’s legislative action committees are stepping into state capitals across the country for CAI State...
by Marlee Breakstone | Mar 10, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Connect with Elected Officials, Resources, volunteers
CAI member-advocates like you personally have an opportunity to help CAI build its network of connections with elected officials and support the community association industry. Research shows that legislators who hear from personal or professional connections are...
