Goal: To position the PTA, a volunteer membership organization, as the leading advocate on current and evolving issues and concerns affecting children and families.

• Ensure that members receive quality resources and training.
• Provide information and resources to help members understand and value PTA.
• Collaborate effectively with allied, governmental, and other organizations.
• Promote visibility of the PTA governance standards and encourage their adoption.
• Celebrate positive efforts by recognizing best practices.

Goal: To create meaningful connections with members to speak with one voice for all children and families.

• Provide timely information and be responsive to members.
• Simplify procedures and processes to facilitate the work of PTA.
• Provide training with a consistent message to members that will instill pride in membership.

Goal: To create opportunities for identifying and developing emerging leaders who reflect California's diverse population.

• Determine what is needed and what can be done to develop emerging leaders.
• Establish relationships with allied agencies that represent groups we want to reach.
• Develop and distribute a training module for statewide dissemination.
• Implement a speakers bureau.
• Find ways to engage the younger generation.

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