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Call-on Congress

Congress needs to prioritize colorectal cancer right now. By 2030, colorectal cancer is estimated to become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for people under age 50.

March 9-12, 2024 Washington D.C.

Call-on Congress is an event where colon and rectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and loved ones from all over the U.S. unite to make their voices heard in Washington, D.C. We demand that policymakers act. We can’t afford to wait, lives are at stake today. What once was enough, no longer is. We need to fight for more.

Registration

Early-Bird Registration: Open!

Be ahead of the game! Secure your spot at Call-on Congress by taking advantage of our Early-Bird Registration. Don't miss out on this chance to reserve your seat at the table where conversations shape the future of Colorectal Cancer.

Hotel rooms are not included in registration. A block of rooms is held until February 1st at $279 per room.


Hotel Information

Reserve your hotel room using our room block at the Holiday Inn Washington Capitol – National Mall (550 C Street S.W., Washington, DC, 20024). This room block will be held until February 1, 2024, at $279 per room. Rooms are available for March 8-13, 2024. 


Scholarship Information

We believe in the power of diverse voices. If you're passionate about making a difference but financial constraints are holding you back, our Call-on Congress Scholarships are here to help. For the second year, we've partnered with the Colon Cancer Coalition to provide scholarships for families and individuals. Your story deserves to be part of the dialogue, and these scholarships are designed to make it happen. Apply by November 30 to be considered.

Types of scholarships available:

  1. Generations Scholarship: designed to bring families to Washington, D.C., to engage in colorectal cancer advocacy efforts  
  2. Roommate Scholarship: for individuals seeking to forge new connections and share experiences with fellow advocates.  
  3. Travel Scholarships: supports individuals by covering a portion of their travel expenses, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their ability to engage in meaningful advocacy activities. 

Agenda

Place Flags at United in Blue (Optional)

All Day

Mix and Mingle/Early Check-in (Optional)

Evening

Event Check-in

Morning

Group Activities

Afternoon

Dinner with State Team

Evening

Breakfast

Morning

Advocacy Training

Morning

Lunch

Afternoon

Receive Congressional Meeting Schedule & Final Meeting Prep

Afternoon

Happy Hour

Evening

Dinner with State Teams

Evening

Breakfast

Morning

Rally at United in Blue

Morning

Congressional Meetings

Morning - Afternoon

Closing Ceremony

Evening

More Details Coming Soon!


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Resources

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Leave Behind

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Congressional Asks


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