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Advocacy Day 2025: 10th Annual DC Hill Day!

April 28, 2025 - April 30, 2025

Description

NATSAP DC Advocacy Day 2025

Date: April 28–30, 2025
Location: Washington, DC

Join us for NATSAP DC Advocacy Day 2025, a transformative event dedicated to advancing the conversation around youth mental health and therapeutic services. This annual gathering brings together parents, alumni, program staff, and policymakers to advocate for impactful legislation and share stories that inspire change.

Event Highlights:

  • Networking Receptions & Dinner (April 28, evening only): Build connections with peers, alumni, and policymakers during informal gatherings designed to foster collaboration and unity.
  • Advocacy Training & Briefings (April 29, all day): Participate in hands-on sessions to learn effective advocacy techniques, understand key legislative priorities, and craft personal stories to make an impact.
  • Capitol Hill Advocacy Day (April 30, all day): Engage in meaningful conversations with congressional offices to champion youth mental health initiatives and policy improvements.

This year’s event promises to empower participants with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to advocate for the needs of our community while strengthening the bonds that drive our shared mission.

Who Should Attend?

  • Parents and alumni eager to share their stories and make a difference
  • Program leaders and staff passionate about influencing mental health policy
  • Board members and advocates ready to lead meaningful change

Save the date, and prepare to be part of a movement that shapes the future of therapeutic services for youth and families.

Click the 'Register' button above to join us in April!


Agenda


6:00pm
Welcome Reception
  • Speakers, Networking & Event Kickoff
 
8:00am
Breakfast & Networking
 
9:00am
Morning Training Session
  • Overview of the Political and Policy Landscape
  • NATSAP's Legislative Agenda and Congressional Meeting Preparation
  • Key Mental Health and Public Policy Priorities
 
12:00pm
Lunch
 
1:30pm
Afternoon Training Session
  • Insights from Federal Agencies on Metal Health and Education Policy
  • Understanding Federal Regulations and Their Impact
  • State-Level Advocacy and Legislative Engagement
  • Congressional Meeting Preparation & Closing Remarks
 
5:00pm
Training Day Ends
 
7:30am
Advocacy Day Breakfast
 
8:30am
Transportation & Group Photo at Capitol Hill
 
9:15am - 4:00pm
Congressional Meetings
 
6:00pm
Post-Advocacy Shoutback Dinner
  • Reflection on the day's successes and lessons, with facilitated discussions on outcomes.
 

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Contact Information

National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs
Name: NATSAP Events
Phone: (301) 986-8770
Email: events@natsap.org
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