Become an AARP West Virginia Advocacy Volunteer

AARP West Virginia has long had a very visible and influential presence at the state capitol, advocating for Mountain Staters 50-plus. 

This year that effort was entirely virtual, as volunteers on the Capitol Advocacy Team pressed AARP’s agenda during the 60-day legislative session that concluded April 10.

Volunteers met with lawmakers via videoconference and  also communicated via email and social media. Agenda items included expanding access to high-speed internet service; protecting older residents and their families from abuse, fraud and financial exploitation; strengthening financial security; and supporting the state’s 280,000 unpaid family caregivers. 

State advocacy work continues year-round through monthly interim legislative meetings. To learn more about becoming an AARP West Virginia volunteer advocate, visit aarp.org/wv.