GSA Capitol Hill Day 

Sharing Evidence. Informing Policy. Improving Lives as We Age. 

Join fellow GSA members in Washington, DC, for an opportunity to bring the knowledge and experience of the aging field directly to federal policymakers. 

GSA Capitol Hill Day connects researchers, educators, clinicians, practitioners, and other professionals in aging with congressional offices for informed, nonpartisan conversations about aging research, health, and well-being. 

Participants share scientific evidence, professional expertise, and real-world perspectives that can help inform federal policy discussions and decisions. 

Whether this is your first time meeting with a congressional office or you have participated in policy engagement before, GSA will help you feel informed, prepared, and confident. GSA will coordinate meeting logistics, provide briefings on key issues, and equip participants with talking points and supporting materials. 

No previous Capitol Hill experience is required. 

Why Participate? 

GSA Capitol Hill Day gives members an opportunity to: 

• Share evidence and expertise with members of Congress and congressional staff. 
• Explain why aging research matters to individuals, families, communities, and the nation. 
• Provide trusted, nonpartisan information about issues affecting people as they age. 
• Connect research, education, practice, and policy through professional experience and real-world examples. 
• Build relationships with congressional offices and strengthen policymakers’ understanding of the aging field. 
• Join colleagues across disciplines and sectors in elevating aging as a national priority. 

What You’ll Receive 

GSA will provide: 

• Pre-scheduled meetings with congressional offices 
• Briefings on GSA’s federal policy priorities 
• Training on effective, nonpartisan communication with policymakers 
• Evidence-based talking points and issue briefs 
• Guidance for sharing research findings and professional experience 
• On-site support from GSA staff 
• Opportunities to connect with other participating GSA members 

What to Expect 

GSA will coordinate congressional meetings and provide the information and resources participants need for productive conversations. 

During meetings, participants will: 

• Introduce congressional offices to GSA and its interdisciplinary community 
• Share evidence related to current federal policy discussions 
• Explain the importance of aging research, education, programs, and services 
• Offer professional perspectives on issues affecting people as they age 
• Identify GSA as a trusted resource for evidence and expertise on aging 

GSA Capitol Hill Day is a nonpartisan policy engagement program. Its purpose is to help policymakers understand the evidence, expertise, and real-world experiences that should inform decisions affecting people as they age. 

Who May Participate? 

GSA Capitol Hill Day is available exclusively to GSA members. 

Not currently a member? Join GSA and become part of an interdisciplinary community working to improve health and well-being across the life course. 

Bring Your Expertise to Capitol Hill 

Help GSA share evidence, inform policy, and improve lives as we age. 

Dates: Tuesday, April 13, 2027 - Wednesday, April 14, 2027
Spots Available: 100 
Cost: $129 (travel and lodging not included) 
Registration: This event is open to GSA members only. Registration coming soon.

Registration: Registration is open to GSA members only. 

Not yet a member?    Join GSA to participate

For questions, send us an email and someone from our team will be in touch shortly.

Contact Us