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2009 Advocacy and Kids’ Summit!
Advocates from across the country came together on Capitol Hill, March 2 - 4, 2009. They visited Senators and U.S. Representatives to let them know more needs to be done for people and children with arthritis. Check out our first person interviews of the participants.
Advocates at the Summit:
- Attended Training workshops;
- Learned how best to communicate with their elected officials;
- Networked with fellow advocates.
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How You Can Get Involved
You may not have made the trip to Washington, but you can still visit Congress. Send a personalized message that includes a picture or even video to stress the impact that arthritis has on our nation.
- Review the arthritis priorities.
- Become an Advocate.
- Schedule/attend a town hall meeting.
- Send a personal message.
