The Advocacy 101 program will take place May 5–7 in conjunction with the ACR Advocacy Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C.
All fellows in training, program directors and ARP members passionate about advocacy and governance are encouraged to apply. Applications are available now and will close on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
Advocacy 101 teaches participants how the federal government works, how rheumatologists and rheumatology professionals can become active and effective advocates for their interests, and how they can connect with local and state resources to continue advocating for their patients. Attendees will then participate in group Hill visits with members of Congress and staff to advocate for policy solutions in alignment with the College’s priorities.
Advocacy 101 empowers participants with the skills to be an effective advocate for rheumatology, with opportunities built into the program to network and engage with ACR leadership. No prior advocacy experience is required. Accepted applicants will be notified in mid-February. Travel and lodging costs will be covered by the ACR.
Grassroots Efforts Matter
Inadequate reimbursement, threats to research funding and medically inappropriate step therapy protocols are some of the many challenges facing the rheumatology community. Members of Congress need to hear from you—a rheumatology professional—about the importance and impact of policy solutions to these practice problems. Contact your representative today using the ACR’s legislative action center tool and support these featured campaigns:
