Advocates are sponsors with a heart for our ministry who volunteer some of their time on an ongoing basis to promote Compassion in their churches and within their spheres of influence.

Is God calling you to do more to help children living in poverty?

At Compassion, we know all our sponsors have a heart for the poor. But for some, sponsoring is only a first step. If you long to find other ways to improve the lives of destitute children then Advocacy could be for you. The Advocacy Network provides resources, support and encouragement to people who want to do more to help children in poverty.

What Advocates can do

We encourage Advocates to use their unique gifts and interests to share their passion for helping needy children. They may choose to speak to church groups, put up posters and displays, distribute literature, run a cafe, put articles in church magazines or share the message of Compassion at events. This list is by no means exhaustive. Advocates promote Compassion in all manner of ways.

Mobilising others to respond to the needs of the poor is both effective and rewarding. It is something you can do no matter who or where you are.

What Advocates receive

Advocates receive help and support from Compassion staff and other Advocates, including:

• DVD or video resources and literature
• Access to the Advocates pages on the website
• Regular e-mail updates specifically for Advocates
• Contact with other Advocates who can give advice and encouragement
• An invitation to our Advocates conference and Advocates exposure trips

How you can join

New Advocates are joining the Advocacy Network all the time. If you are a current Compassion sponsor and would like to become one of them, please complete the form below or download and post a completed form back to Compassion. Alternatively call 01932 832258.

To download the Advocate application form you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader which is available free from Adobe.