Lutheran Services In America Incorporated

Leadership development and conveningslutheran services in america unites one of the largest and most broad-based networks of health and human services providers in the united states. By bringing social sector leaders together and working collectively through events, partnerships and innovative programs we grow our network leaders' individual and collective capacity to lead and effect change. Examples include:-ceo summit: an intensive three-day forum for chief executive officers viewed as the industry's leading voices.(continued on schedule o)-strength & service series: an ongoing, interactive, virtual gathering of the best minds in our industry, focused on examining and tackling the challenges and uncertainties facing communities across the country. -mission leaders: ongoing collaborative meetings and information exchanges focused on assisting ministry leaders and clergy within the lutheran services in america network.-lutheran services in america disability network: a collaborative of member organizations that come together to improve the quality of life and provide greater independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.impact:lutheran services in america creates value for our national network through events, conferences and other convenings, both in person and virtually. We also form strategic partnerships and key collaborations with foundations, in academia and with other stakeholders that collectively reach numerous populations and communities. In doing so, we grow the capacity of our network's member organizations to lead and effect change; create dynamic forums for sharing best practices; identify solutions to drive sustainability and performance; foster innovation and progress; and provide the framework for achieving even greater positive impact for the millions of people our network serves.

Advocacy and public policy:by harnessing the trust and influence that are hallmarks of our national network, lutheran services in america amplifies our unified, faith-based voice to advance equitable outcomes for people and communities in the u.s. We are viewed as a trusted resource by legislators, agency officials and their teams, and as a critical partner with all levels of government, health systems and regulatory decision makers as evidenced by our successful and continuing efforts in mobilizing our national network to achieve direly needed emergency relief funding and resources during the pandemic. (continued on schedule o)we work to shape and promote legislation tied to our members' priority issues; inform influencers of our network's positions and supportive reasoning; and develop tools, resources and trainings that advance public policies supporting our national network's efforts to help one in 50 people in america. We are strictly nonpartisan and work through our active advocacy efforts to ensure all people live with dignity, respect and independence.

Raising visibility for lutheran social ministrylutheran services in america is a network of 300 health and human service nonprofits, that each year collectively serve one in 50 people across 1,400 communities in the united states. By telling a clear and compelling story through a unified voice, we raise the profile of our network's mission and impact. Our efforts include:-securing and capitalizing on print, digital and broadcast press coverage to grow the visibility of lutheran services in america network's progress and achievements.-consistently refining and refreshing our public-facing messaging and outreach strategy to best meet the priorities and news of the day.-proactively connecting our stories and communication resources with national and regional allies, strategic partners, influencers and top-tier press contacts, and being recognized for our innovative initiatives in relevant digital news outlets, magazines, newspapers, federal agency websites and prominent national industry publications.