Join us in Washington DC March 24 – 26!
For the latest updates on the 2014 Advocacy Summit, please bookmark the Arthritis Foundation’s Summit page.
Why should you attend the Advocacy Summit? Read testimonials from past participants:
My daughter got to meet kids like her and experience the law making aspects of this terrible disease.
--Lorrie, parent of a child with arthritis, from Ellsinore, MO
Congress won't know your story until you tell it to them.
--Cindy, an Arthritis Foundation exercise trainer and ambassador, from Thornton, IL
Attending the 2013 Advocacy Summit was a moving experience for me. It certainly made me aware of what a group of dedicated people can do for others.
--Corrine, patient with arthritis, from Omaha, NE
There are many things about arthritis that we cannot control, but participating in an Advocacy Summit allows us to be a catalyst for change.
-Grant, child with arthritis, from Glencoe, IL
We make the Advocacy Summit a family affair because it is a powerful right to exercise and a privilege to attend, but ultimately, it is a way that we can make a positive impact on a devastating condition.
--Kim, parent of children with arthritis and ambassador, from Glencoe, IL
Advocacy Summit teaches kids a lot, but allows up to help make a difference.
--Evan, child with arthritis, from Glencoe, IL
Attending the Summit gives you an opportunity to make your voice heard.
--Kris, parent of a child with arthritis, from Union, MO
The Advocacy Summit made us feel like we really made a difference. It was a great chance to give a voice to those that suffer with arthritis.
--Brian, patient with arthritis and ambassador, from Evansville, IN
I liked learning new ways to advocate for arthritis.
--Laniese, child with arthritis, from Newton, KS
I enjoyed the empowerment of learning how to better advocate for children like my daughter. Honestly, the best part was meeting others in the same battle with arthritis.
--Staci, parent of a child with arthritis and ambassador, from Newton, KS
Check out pictures from past Advocacy Summits!
2013 Advocacy Summit Photos
2012 Advocacy Summit Photos
2011 Advocacy Summit Photos
