Many of the laws and policies that are developed by our legislatures come directly from issues raised by the community. We therefore must invest time and energy in making our voices heard. 

This program empowers clients with the tools needed to execute comprehensive advocacy campaigns that advance our mission of supporting DC residents directly impacted by incarceration, domestic violence, and homelessness.

We believe in the tremendous power of leading with lived experience. Our distinguished graduates lead the charge as an ambassador throughout the community.

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Melanie E. Bates is a Washington, DC-based attorney and owner of Melanie Bates Consulting, LLC. MBC is a strategic policy and communications firm with an overall focus on criminal justice reform. Melanie earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Hampton University and a Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law.​​​​​​