Advocacy Day 2026 Application

Advocacy Day Application for Students

Join us at the North Carolina General Assembly for a day of advocacy and action! This event is for students who want to help raise awareness about period poverty and the need for better access to period supplies in NC schools.
Student requirements:
- Be between the ages of 13–22
- Submit an application by Sunday, April 12th
- Know what period poverty is and why access matters
If selected, we ask you are able to:
- Attend weekly virtual trainings and action sessions at 7 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays starting on April 20th
- Attend Advocacy Day at the NCGA on Tuesday, May 19th
- Understand period poverty and the need for access
- Be ready to speak up and create change
Applications are open until Sunday, April 12th

Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Your Email*
example@example.com
Your Phone Number*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Age requirement for students are 14-18. If you are looking to assist, please reach out for the mentor/volunteer application.
Grade*
School District*
List any parent/guardian that will act as your emergency contacts*
Questions or concerns? Reach out to Arlie Kidd - Arlie@NCDiaperBank.Org

Your Voice

Complete each section with a statement with at least one paragraph
Why do you want to be part of Period Power Action Day?*
YesNo
What are your interests or skills we should know about? Can write in bullet points*
YesNoMaybe - I need more information
Questions or concerns? Reach out to Arlie Kidd - Arlie@NCDiaperBank.Org

Rows	Conflict
Mon, April 20 (Training - Finding Your Why)
Wed, April 22 (Action - Finding Your Why)
Mon, April 27 (Training - Writing to Elected Officials)
Mon, April 29 (Action - Writing to Elected Officials)
Monday, May 4 (Training - Finding and Leveraging Allies)
Monday, May 6 (Action - Finding and Leveraging Allies)
Mon, May 11 (Training - Communicating With Elected Officials)
Wed, May 13 (Action - Communicating With Elected Officials)
Mon, May 18 (Training - Advocacy Day Walkthrough & Final Prep)
Wed, May 20 (Action - Debrief)

Advocacy Day Application for Students