Attendees of Call-on Congress will not only have the opportunity to meet with their members of Congress about the importance of colorectal cancer research, screening and treatment, but they also will receive in depth virtual and in-person training to provide all the tools needed for successful meetings. It is an amazing opportunity to connect with other advocates from across the country and be a part of meaningful change.

Get Connected

For those registered for Call-on Congress, visit the Community of Champions to access the latest updates on the event schedule, any changes, hotel information, volunteer opportunities, advocacy trainings, and more.

Attendees of Call-on Congress will not only have the opportunity to meet with their members of Congress about the importance of colorectal cancer research, screening and treatment, but they also will receive in depth virtual and in-person training to provide all the tools needed for successful meetings. It is an amazing opportunity to connect with other advocates from across the country and be a part of meaningful change.

Get Connected

For those registered for Call-on Congress, visit the Community of Champions to access the latest updates on the event schedule, any changes, hotel information, volunteer opportunities, advocacy trainings, and more.

Programa de actos

Join forces with relentless advocates from across the nation as we unite our voices on Capitol Hill and turn the National Mall into a bold declaration against colorectal cancer.  Your voice, story, passion — this is where it all comes together to make a difference.

  • National Mall | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm EST

Join us on the National Mall to bring United in Blue to life. Together, we’ll plant 27,400 blue flags, each symbolizing a young person projected to face colorectal cancer in the year 2030. Join us as a volunteer—everyone is welcome, including kids! Even if you are limited by physical constraints, there are plenty of other ways to get involved on-site.

  • Hilton Arlington National Landing | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST
Connect with fellow advocates, share stories, and build relationships before the main event begins. This relaxed gathering sets the stage for collaboration and inspiration as we prepare to make our voices heard. Light refreshments provided.
  • Hilton Arlington National Landing | Morning

Empower your advocacy journey with this essential training session! Learn how to:

  • Make Your Voice Heard: Understand the tools and techniques needed to create lasting change in colorectal cancer policy and funding.
  • Comparte tu historia: Craft a compelling and impactful narrative that connects your personal experience to our shared mission.
  • Prepare for Congressional Meetings: Gain confidence with practical tips and strategies to engage policymakers effectively.
Junior Advocates: Making Your Voice Count

This session is a time for Junior Advocates, ages 7-17, to come together and learn the basics of advocacy while raising awareness for colorectal cancer (CRC).

  • Hilton Arlington National Landing | Afternoon
  • Big Goals for CRC: Learn about Fight CRC’s Colorectal Cancer Care Initiative and how we’re setting bold goals to improve CRC care.
  • Data That Matters: Be some of the first to hear about newly released studies on the importance of getting more people screened for colorectal cancer.
  • Global Research Update: Get a sneak preview of how Fight CRC is bringing together researchers from across the globe to tackle early-onset CRC .
Call-on Congress Resource Expo

Find tools and information for every step of your colorectal cancer journey. Connect with your fellow advocates from your state or across the country: Now’s the time to connect with community!

Junior Advocates: Preparing to Meet Congress

This session empowers Junior Advocates to understand the broader scope of advocacy and equips them with the tools to make a difference wherever they are.

Together we will learn how to communicate advocacy messages effectively to lawmakers, practice telling stories, and understanding the importance of your voice in influencing policy.

  • National Mall | 5:30 pm EST
Celebrate the effort behind United in Blue at our evening rally on the National Mall. Shine a spotlight on colorectal cancer and honor the collective work that made this display possible.
  • Capitol Hill | 9:00 am EST
Stand together with fellow advocates as a powerful force for change in the fight against colorectal cancer.
  • Capitol Hill | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm EST
Call-on Congress attendees take their advocacy to Capitol Hill! Meet with elected officials and their staff to champion colorectal cancer policy change.
  • Hilton Arlington National Landing | 7:00 pm EST
Celebrate your advocacy on Capitol Hill and the great work meeting with elected officials and their staff to champion colorectal cancer policy change. In the evening, join us for our Celebration Dinner honoring 20 years of Fight CRC’s advocacy and impact.

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  • Sesiones paralelas

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  • Ubicación

  • Retransmisión en directo

  • Sesiones paralelas

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Honrar a un ser querido

Honre el valor y el legado de las personas afectadas por el cáncer colorrectal añadiendo un nombre al Muro de los Campeones. Exhibido junto a 27.400 banderas azules en el National Mall, este homenaje celebra a los que luchan hoy y recuerda a los que hemos perdido. Dedica un nombre este Mes de Sensibilización sobre el Cáncer Colorrectal para concienciar e inspirar la acción.

Honrar a un ser querido

Honre el valor y el legado de las personas afectadas por el cáncer colorrectal añadiendo un nombre al Muro de los Campeones. Exhibido junto a 27.400 banderas azules en el National Mall, este homenaje celebra a los que luchan hoy y recuerda a los que hemos perdido. Dedica un nombre este Mes de Sensibilización sobre el Cáncer Colorrectal para concienciar e inspirar la acción.

Voces de la Comunidad
On #NationalDonorDay, Fight CRC advocate Tim McDonald shares his experience and the impact of organ donation. His story highlights the power of giving and the hope it brings to those facing colorectal cancer. 💙#Donor #LiverDonor #livertransplant #livertransplantsurvivor #ColonCancer #cancersurvivor
Anjee & Danielle unpack NIH funding to help you understand what you’re seeing on the news about cancer research funding and learn what patients can do.
Love is in the air! 💙 Show yourself some love by getting screened for #ColorectalCancer. Early detection saves lives! Take our 13 question screening quiz and learn your risk!...#ValentinesDay #VDay #Love #Cancer #ColonCancerAwareness #RectalCancerAwareness #Survivor #Valentine #PrioritizeCRC
Join our LIVE conversation tomorrow all about cancer research funding and what you can do as an advocate 💙💪
Community makes all the difference. 💙 Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment, a survivor, or a caregiver, you don’t have to do this alone. Community of Champions is your place to connect, share, and find support from people who get it. Join today—you belong here!
Our pets are often more than just animals—they’re family beside us, offering comfort and strength during our toughest battles. 🐾🐾💙Swipe through to meet some paw-some pets in our community and see how they've supported their owners through their #ColorectalCancer diagnosis. How has your pet been there for you?...#YourTeam #Support #FurryFriends #Dog #Cat #ColonCancer #PrioritizeCRC #RectalCancer
Is your state recognizing March as #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth? If not, make sure to ask your Governor to issue a state proclamation TODAY using the link in bio!
Add a name to the Wall of Champions to honor someone who is still in the fight or to remember those we've lost. 💙 Submit your tribute using the link in bio....#ColorectalCancer #ColonCancer #RectalCancer #FightCRC #PrioritizeCRC #Survivor #WallofChampions #RelentlessChampions

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