NHF’s Washington Days is an opportunity for people affected by bleeding disorders to advocate for issues that are important to them. In 2020, Washington Days had more than 450 volunteer advocates from 45 states that met with legislators and staff to discuss federal funding for bleeding disorder programs and access to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). The issues and priorities for 2021 Washington Days will be announced later this year.
Please note that Washington Days 2021 will be a virtual experience. Washington Days programming will take place during the dates of March 1-5. More programming details will be announced soon.
Preparatory webinars were hosted for the 2020 event. Similar webinars will be planned for February 2021.
A final agenda for the 2021 events will be released closer to the conference. Below is a general outline for events:
2021 Washington Days Agenda
Tuesday, February 16, 2021: Planning Webinars
Beginner Advocates (0-1 times attending prior Washington Days) - 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST
Advanced Advocates (2 or more times attending Washington Days) - 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST
Monday, March 1, 2021
Hill Visits and Issues Training - 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
State team meetings (30 minutes in the afternoon TBD)
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Legislative meetings (TBD)
Thursday, March 4, 2021
Legislative meetings (TBD)
Friday, March 5, 2021
State and Local Advocacy Training - 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST
To see our Washington Days Frequently Asked Questions click here. For any other questions or concerns, please contact: advocate@hemophilia.org.