At a Glance
Join us at the 7th annual Ecumenical Advocacy Days, as we explore ways to bring about a world with Enough for All Creation. Learn about the connections between climate change, migration and poverty in the U.S. and around the world. Come together with faith-based advocates and activists from across the United States in the nation’s capitol March 13-16 as we discuss the abundance of our world and how it can be allocated in a way that is fair and just for all creation.
Registration Information
- Conference fee: $160 including two lunches and Sunday reception.
- Registration after February 13th will be $175. Register early!
- Student scholarships are available, visit the young adult page or email scholarships@advocacydays.org.
- Consider making a donation to help students attend the conference.
Schedule
The following is an overview of the schedule, please visit the schedule page for up to date information. You may also be interested in several pre and post events happening in conjunction with the conference.
Friday:
Opening Session begins at 6:30.
Saturday & Sunday:
Variety of workshops offering comprehensive issue briefings and advocacy training in preparation for Lobby Day; Common time for ecumenical worship and denominational fellowship; Sunday reception.
Monday:
Participants will take a coordinated message to meetings with their Members of Congress. Participants must schedule their own visits or email lobbyday@advocacydays.org for help in setting up appointments.
Housing
All sessions Friday through Sunday will be held at the Hilton Alexandria mark Center. The Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is located across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, in Alexandria, Virginia. Make your reservation under the name “Ecumenical Advocacy Days” for the special $109(plus tax) per night room rate. The room block is limited so call early! This rate will last until February 6 or the block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
Reservations: Call (877) 783-8258 or (800) 445-8667
Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel
Directions:
5000 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22311
- You are responsible for your own housing arrangements.
- The hotel provides a free shuttle to and from Reagan National Airport, Pentagon City and King Street Metro Stations.
- Buses will transport participants to Capitol Hill for Lobby Day.
Volunteer
Interested in volunteering during the conference?
Volunteers will be needed during registration, to staff the lobby day and information tables throughout the conference, to participate in worship services, and various other duties.
Please email info@advocacydays.org if you would like to volunteer.