Opening Session: The Power of Advocacy

Thanks to advocates like you, we’ve made remarkable progress in the fight against Alzheimer’s. In this session Alzheimer’s Association Chief Science Officer Dr. Maria Carrillo is joined by leading dementia researchers to discuss the progress being made because of new federal investments. Then, MSNBC anchor and Alzheimer’s Association champion Richard Lui will interview the Blough family, who will share their experience with the disease and what inspires them in their efforts to make Alzheimer’s a national priority for policymakers.

Speakers

• Dr. Maria Carrillo

  Alzheimer’s Association
  Chief Science Officer

• Richard Lui

  MSNBC Anchor
  Alzheimer’s Association Champion

Advocacy Training Breakout Session 1

Advocates will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge about our legislative priorities. Get tips from experts on how to effectively deliver our message to policymakers in Washington and back home.

AIM Luncheon

It’s the start of the 116th Congress! What does the new makeup of Congress mean for our objectives and advocacy efforts? Hear from leading political analyst, Charlie Cook about the impact the midterm election has inside the Beltway, plus get a preview of how we plan to influence the national conversation around the 2020 election.

• Charlie Cook

  Political Analyst

Advocacy Training Breakout Session 2

During this session, you'll learn the latest tactics on how to advance the Association's federal priorities with Congress both in Washington, D.C. and at home. We'll teach you how to have an effective meeting on Capitol Hill and how to do the same back home with elected leaders in your own community.

State Caucuses: Coordination and Preparation for Capitol Hill

In the most successful Capitol Hill meetings, everyone knows their role and is ready to jump in with the right contribution at the right time. That takes planning and preparation, and that’s exactly what we'll do in our caucus meetings. Gather together with others from your state to review tactics, receive your "leave behind" kits and coordinate your efforts. Staff will be on hand to assist and answer questions.

Reception

It’s time to unwind after a great day of training! Advocates will have the chance to mingle and celebrate the past year of policy wins.

National Alzheimer’s Dinner and Program

Actress and Alzheimer’s Association celebrity champion Ashley Williams emcee’s the National Alzheimer's Dinner, where we honor leaders working tirelessly to advance the fight to End Alzheimer's. Those we pay tribute to stand shoulder to shoulder with all of us in advancing the cause. Political, business and entertainment leaders will join us to celebrate advances and rally around the growing movement in our nation's capital. Kate Mulgrew, actress, author and Alzheimer’s Association champion will deliver the keynote address.

• Ashley Williams

  Actress
  Alzheimer’s Association Champion

• Kate Mulgrew

  Actress and Author
  Alzheimer’s Association Champion