IFFGD Digestive Health Advocacy Day 2011

What does it mean to be an advocate? Advocates are people who speak out about something they believe in on behalf of themselves and/or others.

IFFGD has been a voice on Capitol Hill for years on behalf of the digestive health community. Despite progress we have made, federal funding for functional GI and motility disorder medical research remains inadequate. Patients often face issues regarding diagnosis, access to care, and availability of treatment options.

You can help fill the information gap in Washington, DC by becoming an advocate through the Digestive Health Alliance, the grassroots arm of IFFGD. Your outreach to Members of Congress will help us educate policymakers about the needs of patients and inform them of how they can take meaningful action.

Working together we carry one clear, impactful message. Adding your voice to a growing chorus will help expand critical research, initiate important legislation, and facilitate the development of new treatment options. 

QUESTIONS?

Let us know if you have any questions. Contact IFFGD.

2011 EVENT INFORMATION

Our 2011 Hill Day took place June 14 and 15. The first day, Tuesday, featured an afternoon of Advocacy Training and Legislative Review followed by a dinner at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington, DC. On Wednesday, all advocates spent the day at congressional offices on Capitol Hill. We concluded on Wednesday by 5:00 pm.

In addition to sharing their personal stories, advocates urged Members of Congress to take action in important initiatives, like funding federal Functional GI and Motility Disorders research activities.

Visit the Digestive Health Alliance on Facebook to view photos and learn more about the event.

 

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REGISTRATION (REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED)

There was no fee for this event, but all advocates needed to cover their transportation and lodging expenses. Dinner on Tuesday night and breakfast on Wednesday morning was provided. 

HOTEL INFORMATION

Phoenix Park Hotel
520 North Capitol Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 638-6900

Located next to downtown DC’s transportation hub, Union Station, the Phoenix Park Hotel is conveniently just two blocks from the U.S. Capitol Building. The hotel is also within walking distance of the famed National Mall where visitors can experience the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the Smithsonian Museums. Additional information about the hotel can be found at http://www.phoenixparkhotel.com/

A special room rate was reserved for advocates for either a single king or a double queen room.

 

 

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