Come to Washington, D.C.! Join dozens of like-minded people at the U.S. Capitol to raise awareness about eating disorders! Advocacy Training and Lobbying The day begins with a continental breakfast and training so that everyone knows the issues and knows the most important talking points. Next, we work in small teams, meeting with elected officials and their staff. No one will lobby alone! Lobby teams will arrive on time for each appointment, deliver a packet of eating disorders materials, and talk about the importance of appropriate public policy. Most importantly, each team member can share how an eating disorder has changed her or his life. Congressional Briefing In the afternoon everyone will meet again at the U.S. Capitol, Room SC-6, for a Congressional Briefing on Eating Disorders. This 90-minute briefing will cover current treatment issues. Each EDC Lobby Day participant will receive a light breakfast, a lapel pin, an EDC Lobby Day packet, advocacy training, and entry into the Congressional Briefing. You MUST register in advance for the EDC Lobby Day in order for us to make appointments for you. Details will be sent to those who have registered. *** 1. Register for Lobby Day. Register online using this form, or mail your payment and registration form to the EDC. (Click here for a form to print, pay by check, and mail.) If you are registering for more than one person, please include each person’s name (for badge), complete home address, and e-mail or cell phone number. 2. Arrange for lodging. Arrange for lodging and local transportation. There is no official hotel for this event. Please book IMMEDIATELY. Many hotels are already full. We encourage you to find a hotel close to a Metro station and to travel on Washington's Metro Rail subway system. 3. Arrive on time. EDC Lobby Day on April 26 begins with a continental breakfast and Advocacy Training starting promptly at 8:00 a.m. The location is two blocks from the South Capitol Metro Station on the Orange and Blue Lines. Detailed maps and instructions will be e-mail to those who register. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS! Register before April 1 and save! JOIN THE FAC! Individuals can be a part of the EDC by joining the Family & Friends Action Council (FAC). FAC members who contribute $35 or more a year receive registration discounts for EDC Lobby Days and other events. Plus, a $35 annual contribution covers everyone in your household! By making a $35 contribution to the FAC (below) you and the people in your household can register immediately at the FAC member rates. SCHOLARSHIPS If you are certain that you would participate in the EDC Lobby Day and Congressional Briefing, but cannot afford the registration fee, contact the EDC at 202-543-9570.

U.S. Capitol Complex
Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2105
Washington, DC

Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy & Action

Mission: To advance the federal recognition of Eating Disorders as a public health priority.


EDC
720 7th Street NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 543-9570
www.eatingdisorderscoalition.org
manager@eatingdisorderscoalition.org