Advocacy Day 2025: 10th Annual DC Hill Day!
4/28/2025 - 4/30/2025
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.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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Agenda
Monday, April 28, 2025
6:00 PM – Welcome Reception
- Speakers, Networking & Event Kickoff
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 – Advocacy Training Day
8:00 AM – Breakfast and Networking
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM – Morning Sessions
- Welcome and Introductions
- Overview of the Political and Policy Landscape
- NATSAP’s Legislative Agenda and Congressional Meeting Preparation
- Key Mental Health and Public Policy Priorities
12:00 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM – Afternoon Sessions
- Insights from Federal Agencies on Mental Health and Education Policy
- Understanding Federal Regulations and Their Impact
- State-Level Advocacy and Legislative Engagement
- Congressional Meeting Preparation & Closing Remarks
Dinner on your own
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 – Advocacy Day
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM – Advocacy Day Breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM – Transportation & Group Photo at Capitol Hill
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM – Congressional Meetings
6:00 PM – Post-Advocacy Shoutback Dinner
- Reflection on the day's successes and lessons, with facilitated discussions on outcomes
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!
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Cancellation Policy: If an individual wishes to cancel his or her registration for the 2025 Advocacy Day, please inform the conference organizers in writing, by April 1st. NO REFUNDS will be issued after April 1st. Attendee substitutions are allowed at any time.
33 New York Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20002-3325 United States