National Lupus Advocacy Summit
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Lupus Foundation of America's 2026 National Lupus Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. Summit attendees learned from experts in the field about the latest in lupus research, connected with hundreds of their fellow lupus warriors, and advocated to increase lupus research funding and advance policies to improve the lives of all people with lupus.
The National Lupus Advocacy Summit brings together the entire lupus community to urge members of Congress to support policies that will help people living with lupus. Come to Washington, D.C. and share your experience living with lupus with your elected officials.
Hear from the brightest minds researching and treating lupus and receive training on how to advocate for yourself. In-person attendees who arrive early on Sunday will also have the option to attend pre-summit wellness sessions focused on empowering people with lupus and their caregivers.
There's no other event in the world that brings together as many people affected by lupus as the Lupus Foundation of America's Summit. Be surrounded by those who understand your challenges and can help you manage them.
Meet with your members of Congress to tell your lupus story and urge them to join our fight against this terrible disease by supporting policies to improve the lives of all people affected by lupus.
The National Lupus Advocacy Summit is the keystone of the Lupus Foundation of America's comprehensive advocacy program that has generated more than $795 million in federal lupus research funding in the past five years.
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Thank You to Our 2026 National Lupus Advocacy Summit Sponsors
Capitol Sponsors
Summit Sponsors
Exhibit Sponsors
Aurinia Pharmaceuticals
Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO)
Bristol Myers Squibb
Pfizer
Cullinan Therapeutics
Zenas BioPharma
Raising the Profile of Lupus on Capitol Hill
Watch the following video from our 2025 National Lupus Advocacy Summit to hear from lupus warriors and advocates about what the Summit means to them.
Each year, the National Lupus Advocacy Summit unites lupus advocates to learn, connect, and raise their voice on Capitol Hill in support of federally-funded lupus research and education programs.
This multi-day event annually allows lupus advocates to hear from leading lupus researchers about the latest breakthroughs and what they will mean for people affected by the disease. Advocates are trained to tell their personal story to make an impact, advocate for themselves and others throughout the year, and how to hold effective meetings with their elected officials on Capitol Hill and at home.
The Summit concludes with lupus advocates heading to Capitol Hill to meet with their members of Congress and urge them to support important lupus policy issues, including federal funding for vital programs that are helping us better understand lupus and accelerating the search for new treatments for the diseases.
Whether you're attending the Summit to advocate for the first time or are an experienced advocate, the National Lupus Advocacy Summit unites the lupus community in support of common goals and provides a platform to fight back against this disease.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Lupus Foundation of America's 2026 National Lupus Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of lupus advocates came together to learn about the latest in lupus research, connect with other advocates, and advocate for policies to improve the lives of all people affected by lupus.
For questions about the National Lupus Advocacy Summit, please contact Sara Chang at advocacy@lupus.org.
There are a number of ways that companies can support the National Lupus Advocacy Summit. By sponsoring our scholarship program, for example, you'll enable us to bring more people with lupus to Washington, DC to learn from experts in the field, share their perspective by participating in panels, and speak with their members of Congress about important lupus policy issues.
Contact our Corporate Engagement team to learn more about opportunities to sponsor the Summit, including hosting a table at the Expo or sponsoring educational sessions.
