Meaning of the word "advocacy group" in English

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advocacy group

US /ˈæd.və.kə.si ɡruːp/
UK /ˈæd.və.kə.si ɡruːp/

Noun

a group of people who work to support a cause or policy

Example:
The environmental advocacy group lobbied for stricter pollution controls.
She works for a consumer advocacy group that protects consumer rights.