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We're committed to partnering with those living with lupus, their loved ones, friends, and the medical community to fulfill our vision of a life free of lupus.
Whether you are a lupus warrior or supporting someone who is, we are here for you
We can't wait to walk with you in the DMV!
Join us for the 2026 Richmond Lupus & You Empowerment Conference
When: Saturday, May 9th from 10:00am - 1:30pm
Where: Virginia Commonwealth University – Commons Theater
VCU Student Commons
907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284
Register here
Join us for the 2026 Washington DC Lupus & You Empowerment Conference
When: Saturday, June 13th from 8:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Georgetown University Hospital – Goldberg Auditorium
Please arrive at 8:30am for a complimentary light breakfast and refreshments before the program begins at 9:00am.
Don't miss a way to meet local lupus warriors, learn from lupus experts, and feel empowered in your lupus journey.
Our Baltimore program will be scheduled for November/December 2026.
Follow the DMV Region on Instagram and join a local Facebook Group! Meet and connect with other lupus warriors, share your story, and stay up to date on what is happening in the community and at the LFA!
We are so excited to have launched the DMV Instagram page this year! Follow us today at @lfa_dmv
Join a local Facebook group! You can find a group for Washington DC, Baltimore, and Richmond!
We have many support groups meeting virtually or in-person lead by amazing local lupus warriors.
We are are so grateful to our local support group facilitators for being a safe space for lupus warriors and their loved ones to find hope and build strength and hope. We have many different groups for you to find the best fit for you!
Here are email addresses to some groups if you are interested in reaching out directly to learn more or click the button below to register and see their meeting schedules.
DC Lupus Meet Up:LFAdcgroup@gmail.com
DMV Lupus Support Group:LFAdmvgroup@gmail.com
Baltimore County Lupus Support: LFAbaltco@gmail.com
Montgomery County Lupus Support:LFAmontgomerycountymd@gmail.com
Prince George's County Lupus Support Group:lfapgcgroup@gmail.com
Richmond Lupus in Color Support Group: lfa.lupusincolorrva@gmail.com
Click here to learn more about these group and when they meet this year
Hello! My name is Leanna O'Connor, and I am the Development Manager supporting the DMV! Are you interested in getting involved in the lupus community by joining us at the walk, getting involved in a committee, corporate sponsorship, or simply to volunteer?
Reach out to me to learn more about ways to get involved or to see what events and programming are coming up for the DMV region.
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