Every spring, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) brings passionate advocates to Washington, DC, for Call to Congress—our premier advocacy event. Together, advocates from across the country meet directly with their members of Congress to share personal stories, highlight the impact of diabetes in their communities, and champion key federal priorities such as sustained funding for diabetes research and expanded access to quality healthcare.
Adults living with diabetes, parents/guardians of children with diabetes (children with diabetes may accompany their parents/guardians), caregivers, healthcare professionals, diabetes researchers, and countless others touched or impacted by diabetes are invited to apply. Congress needs to hear ALL our stories. Your voice is powerful and we hope to see you at Call to Congress!
Call to Congress will take place March 10–12, 2027, in Washington, DC.
Call to Congress’ in-person gathering is a three-day event in Washington, DC.
Day 1: On-Site Registration/Training Reception
Sign in at registration and receive materials at the registration desk. Following, you will join an issue prep reception which includes hearing about our legislative priorities and what to expect in meetings with senators and representatives, as well as breakout sessions with attendees from your state/region to plan Capitol Hill meetings.
Day 2: Capitol Hill Meeting Day
You will walk to Capitol Hill from a nearby hotel to attend meetings with your legislators after a group photo on the Capitol steps.
Day 3: Advocacy at Home Breakfast Program
Understand how to continue your advocacy back home over a group breakfast.
Complete your application by November 30, 2026. The information you’ll need to complete the application for Call to Congress is below—make sure to read it all!
APPLICATION FOR A CHILD WITH DIABETES: If you plan on bringing your child with diabetes who is 17 years or younger, you will need to list their name in your application.
If you plan on bringing/attending with a family member who is 18 years or older, they must complete their own application. You should both indicate that a family member has also applied by including their first and last name as part of your responses to the application question.
Expenses covered by the ADA:
Flights and hotels must be booked through the Egencia Travel System.
Expenses covered by Call to Congress attendees:
All other expenses are expected to be covered by Call to Congress attendees
With your support, the American Diabetes Association® can continue our lifesaving work to make breakthroughs in research and provide people with the resources they need to fight diabetes.
