Services

We are strategists, organizers, and advocates in the Land of Enchantment. We transform visionary ideas into actionable roadmaps by breaking down complex policy into clear, actionable steps. Through trusted partnerships across government and community, we ensure you have the support and momentum needed to shift policy landscapes.

Who we serve

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Nonprofits & Advocacy Groups

Scaling your mission through policy and coalition building.

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Forward-Thinking Businesses

Navigating regulations and engaging with local government.

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Candidates & Civic Leaders

Professional strategy and support for those ready to lead.

Services

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We provide dedicated representation to ensure your interests are championed at every level of government, from local municipalities to the state legislature. By combining deep legislative knowledge with established professional relationships and precise strategic timing, we navigate the complexities of the political process on your behalf. We work to ensure your organization’s priorities are not only heard by key decision makers but are effectively translated into impactful policy and sustainable legislative wins.

Lobbying & Policy Advocacy

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Coalition Building & Organizing

Meaningful change is rarely a solo effort and often requires a united front. We specialize in identifying key stakeholders and building diverse, powerful alliances that bridge different sectors and perspectives. By fostering collaboration among nonprofit organizations, businesses, and grassroots leaders, we create the collective momentum necessary to move the needle on complex social and political issues. Our approach focuses on strengthening local networks and empowering communities to drive systemic progress through unified action.

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Your mission deserves a compelling narrative that resonates with the public and policymakers alike. We craft comprehensive communication strategies that amplify your message and keep your goals in the public eye. From high-level messaging and brand positioning to daily social media management and media relations, we ensure your organization’s voice remains influential. By leveraging the right platforms and digital tools, we help you maintain consistent audience engagement and build the public profile necessary for long-term advocacy success.

Strategic Communications & Marketing

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We provide the high-level architecture for successful legislative and advocacy initiatives. Our team analyzes the political landscape to develop comprehensive roadmaps that align your policy goals with actionable milestones. From identifying key leverage points in the Roundhouse to crafting long-term influence strategies, we ensure your organization is positioned to win on the issues that matter most to New Mexicans.

Policy & Campaign Strategy

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Running for office requires a blend of precise logistics and resonant messaging. We offer dedicated support for candidates navigating the complexities of New Mexico’s political environment. Our services include strategic guidance on platform development, voter outreach tactics, and coalition building, helping you connect authentically with constituents while maintaining the professional infrastructure necessary for a competitive campaign.

Campaign Support for Candidates

Testimonials

“Sila is an extraordinary talent and exactly the kind of leader our democracy needs. She brings a rare mix of insight, determination, and creativity to everything she does, and she approaches complex challenges with both thoughtfulness and grit. She is deeply committed to making government work better, and I truly believe she is part of the future of democracy and reform. I can’t wait to see where she is in 10 years—I have no doubt she’ll be helping shape a more functional and responsive system.”

— Sarah Walker, Unite America

"I've seen Sila Avcil do some incredible things. Her unparalleled ability to build a diverse coalition and execute on tangible goals led to truly remarkable results for New Mexican voters and folks together who I never would have thought I'd see working together. At New Mexico Open Elections, I saw Sila do incredible work that helped make semi-open primaries happen in New Mexico, and I'm excited to see where she'll make a big impact next."

— Daniel Garcia, DPNM and NMOE

“Sila Avcil is a remarkably talented community organizer and lobbyist. Her deep relationships with organizations and community leaders, exceptional political instincts, and unflappable demeanor make her a dream to work with. Efforts that have Sila on the team benefit from her being equal parts visionary and pragmatist. Whether it’s a massive lobbying effort, a statewide coalition, or a small scale community training, Sila maintains the same standard of commitment and excellence.”

— Grace Ramsey, Democracy Rising

Client Successes

NM Voters First

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A grassroots 501c4 organization with the mission to support candidates that believe in empowering and enhancing democracy and encourage legislators to support fair and equitable elections that expand the peoples' political voice. 

Collaborating on grassroots mobilization to support candidates and legislation that prioritize fair, equitable elections and expand peoples’ political voice.

Democracy Rising

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This organization fosters the wisdom and dreams of everyday leaders –our neighbors, elders, newcomers, and youth– to show us what a representative democracy can look like and how our communities will get us there. Combining policy expertise, community organizing and a far-reaching network of local leaders, Democracy Rising helps civic leaders transform our democracy.

Serving as coalition director for local implementation efforts to empower more voters to participate in elections.

New Mexico Open Elections

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This 501(c)3 nonprofit that was founded in 2015 and is a movement of diverse individuals whose mission is to listen to all New Mexicans and their elected officials and provide reliable information about election reform and representational government to improve our political system.

We provided nonpartisan research and reliable information on election reform to voters and elected officials to improve representational government across the state.

Open Primaries, USA

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The mission of Open Primaries is to advocate for open and nonpartisan primary systems, counter efforts to impose closed primaries, educate voters and policymakers, advance litigation, train spokespeople, conduct and support research, and participate in the building of local, state and national open primaries coalitions.

Supported national and state-based advocacy efforts to create nonpartisan primary systems and educate policymakers on the benefits of voter inclusion.

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