Join us for the Lupus & You: Washington DC Empowerment Conference! This free regional empowerment conference is designed to educate and engage lupus warriors, care partners, families and friends. Get the latest information on living and coping with lupus from noted experts and make meaningful community connections.

On Saturday, November 9th, we will gather in DC for a full morning of educational presentations from local rheumatologists from GWU and Georgetown, as well as amazing local lupus warriors who will share their story and perspective with us. We will also have an attorney presenting on what rights individuals with lupus have under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and how individuals with lupus can make sure you get the accommodations you need at work.

When: Saturday, November 9th from 8:30am - 12:00pm

Where: George Washington University - Science and Engineering Hall

Lehman Auditorium

800 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20052

Topics including:

Lupus 101: Dr. Nadine Mbuyi, GWU

Lupus Nephritis: Dr. Lauren Smith, Georgetown

Disability Accommodations and your Rights: Jamie Strawbridge, Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

The Importance of Clinical Trials and Getting Involved in Research: Dr. Megan Lockwood, Georgetown

We are so excited for this amazing and engaging program. Please plan to arrive at 8:30am for a light breakfast and refreshments before the presentations begin at 9:00am.

Thank you to George Washington University Hospital for hosting this event. We are so thankful for the opportunity to bring the local lupus community together.

When registering, please also register any guests who may attend the event with you. Space is limited so we need to know who will be in attendance. If you have any questions or need any assistance getting registered, please reach out to Leanna Bennett at Bennett@lupus.org.

Thank you to our sponsors!