How does an IBD patient attend Day on the Hill events and meet with the offices of congressional representatives in Washington DC? What is it like to go to these events? In this episode I describe how I got involved in hill day meetings, why I do it, and what the process is like to attend. I also offer you my tips on how to make the best of the time spent in the capital in order to make the biggest impact on the people who can affect change in the lives of IBD patients. How to Get Involved:

• Crohn's and Colitis Foundation—Be an Advocate: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/get-involved/be-an-advocate
• International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders—Advocate for Digestive Health: https://www.iffgd.org/advocate-for-digestive-health.html
• United Ostomy Associations of America—Advocates for a Positive Change: https://www.ostomy.org/advocacy/

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