Hill Day
Raise your voice on Capitol Hill!
On Wednesday, May 8, Age+Action attendees have the opportunity to board buses and visit with their members of Congress on Capitol Hill. If you're interested in participating, please sign up for Hill Day when you register. There is no extra cost to participate, and 150 of your peers are already signed up!
Everything you need to succeed!
We're making it easy for you to advocate on behalf of older adults and your organization. NCOA will provide:
- Training
See below for on-demand webinars where you can learn more about what's involved in Hill Day. - Scheduling
NCOA is working with Advocacy Associates to schedule meetings for all participants. They will contact your members of Congress and arrange meetings on your behalf. - Mobile App
You will access a free mobile app to see your list of scheduled meetings and get real-time updates. The app also includes maps of Capitol Hill, tips on getting around, and chat so you can coordinate with other participants. - Materials
You will receive talking points and folders with issue briefs that you can leave behind during your meetings. - Transportation
Buses will leave the conference hotel in the morning and return in the afternoon.
Pre-event rally
All participants are invited to join us on Tuesday, May 7 @ 5:00 p.m. for a rally at the conference hotel to get ready! Participants will receive T-shirts to wear for a photo opp on the Capitol steps and get last-minute tips and updates. You can also ask questions and meet others from your state.
On-demand training
Start getting prepared now by listening to these webinars:
- Positive, Inclusive Aging Policymaking and the Role of Policymakers
- Peer Exchange: How and Why to Participate in NCOA’s Hill Day
- Hill Visits Explored and Ready for Activation at the 2024 Age+Action Conference
- Hill Day Logistics & Meeting Preparation
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