May 10-11, 2012
Join us on May 10-11, 2012 for the 8th Annual American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Advocacy Day in Washington, DC! During this two day event, you will partner with fellow members, trainees, families and youth to promote child and adolescent psychiatry on Capitol Hill.
Location
All events will take place at The Liaison Capitol Hill (415 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington DC 20001) or on Capitol Hill.
Click here for metro directions and a map of Capitol Hill.
Registration
Registration for Advocacy Day is now closed.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, May 10
2:00pm - 5:00pm: Registration
2:00pm - 3:00pm: Hospitality Suite for Families and Youth
3:00pm - 5:00pm: Advocacy Training: How to be a Better Advocate (best for first-time attendees)
5:30pm - 7:00pm: Reception with Presentation of Congressional Awards
Friday, May 11
6:30am - 7:30am: Registration
7:30am - 8:45am: Policy Tutorial and Breakfast (recommended for all attendees)
9:00am - 3:00pm: Meetings with Congressional Offices
3:00pm - 4:00pm: Debriefing - Time to Share Experiences
Click here to download the Schedule of Events
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring your business cards!
Congressional Meetings
The AACAP Department of Government Affairs and Clinical Practice will schedule your Congressional meetings and provide you with the policy materials to shape your message. During your meetings you will address issues relating to improving mental health services and research for child and adolescent psychiatry. See the policy summaries below for more specific information.
Advocacy Day Frequently Asked Questions
Tips for Effective Meetings with your Legislators
- Medication Shortages
- Children's Mental Health Workforce Shortage
- Pediatric Medication Studies
- Seclusion and Restraint
- 2013 Appropriations
Click on the video for a preview of what's in store!
Click here to view images from AACAP's 2011 Advocacy Day!
For more information on Advocacy Day, contact Emma Jellen at ejellen@aacap.org or (202) 966-7300 ext. 128.
Support for parent, youth, and trainee participation was made possible by a grant from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry's Campaign for America's Kids.
