Welcome to 'Under the Dome,' where we unravel Empower Missouri's efforts in addressing key legislative issues in Jefferson City, focusing particularly on poverty alleviation. In this special Spring Break episode, join Sarah Owsley and Christine Woody alongside Jessica Seitz and Meg Boyko from the Missouri Network Against Child Abuse as they discuss their impactful journey with the Missouri Foundation for Health's Exemplary Advocate cohort. Throughout six transformative years, this dedicated team of advocates has worked shoulder-to-shoulder, building strong coalitions, fostering deep connections, and aligning diverse advocacy agendas to enhance Missouri's health equity landscape. From developing pivotal tools for advocacy networking to curating equity assessment resources, their collaborations promise to leave a lasting impact. Tune in for insightful stories, the shared experiences of coalition-building, and the exhilarating pursuit of social justice and systemic change. Discover how these advocates are shaping the future of nonprofit work and ensuring that the voices of the underserved are amplified in a rapidly changing world. Learn how you can use the tools they created for advocates to improve your daily work and check out MOAdvocates.org.