 FCNL constituents from California
go on a lobby visit.
Online registration for FCNL's Annual Meeting is now closed. Please call the office for more information at 1-202-547-6000
Next year is a critical year for peace -- what can we accomplish in Washington? Can we make the 2008 elections a referendum on peace? Hear first hand reports on the peace agenda, energy conservation policy options, and federal spending priorities. Learn the latest tips on lobbying Congress, how to raise these issues in your local community, and how to persuade candidates to address these issues.
Opportunities you'll have if you attend:
- What's on the agenda for 2008: Iraq war, energy conservation, budget priorities and more;
- Hear from David Goldstein, who has been instrumental in the development of energy efficiency standards for new buildings and appliances, and from Rep. John Lewis (GA), a leader in the U.S. civil rights movement.
- How to rise above the partisan rhetoric to advance FCNL’s agenda in 2008;
- What are the best ways to communicate with Congress? Find out from the people who know - congressional staff; members of Congress, and FCNL lobbyists
- Attend workshops on reaching out to other faith groups, media, and talking about FCNL;
- Opportunities for lobbying Congress on Wednesday, November 7 and Thursday, November 8 (training provided).
More information and draft program ( PDF)
Dates: Thursday, November 8 (3pm registration) - Sunday November 11 (noon)
Arrive Early to Lobby
When making your travel reservations, consider arriving on Wednesday or early Thursday to lobby
( PDF) the staff of your representative and two senators. You will need to set up your own appointments with your members of Congress. FCNL will be holding lobby training sessions on Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning. Check the box on the pre-registration form and we will send you more details.
Location
Georgetown University Conference Center Hotel, 3800 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC. The hotel phone number is (202) 687-3200. See a map.
Coming alone? Looking to carpool? Use SpaceShare to find a ride or a roommate.
Cost
Registration cost is $325. The cost for young adults (under age 30) is $250.
A room at the conference hotel costs $156/night.
Finding the Money to Come to Annual Meeting
Who Is Invited
We encourage all FCNL General Committee members, FCNL contacts, key supporters, and partners in other faith organizations to attend.
Online Registration is now closed!
Online registration for annual meeting is now closed. But you can call the office at 202-547-6000 for more information about FCNL’s 2007 Annual Meeting. We have a record number of FCNL General Committee members, FCNL contacts, key supporters, and partners in other faith organizations attending our annual meeting this year from
November 8 - 11 in Washington, DC.
We also encourage you to book your hotel reservation as soon as possible. The toll free number for reservations is 888-236-2427. You must present the FCNL block code of "FCNL" to book the meeting.
Airline Discount
Participants are encouraged to search for the lowest fare; however, American Airlines is pleased to offer a 5% discount to FCNL Annual Meeting participants flying into National, BWI or Dulles Airports. Valid dates of travel are November 6 through November 12, 2007. Tickets may be purchased using FCNL’s authorization code – A90N7AH– through an official travel agency, online or American Airlines Meeting Services at 800-433-1790.
Read about FCNL's 2006 Annual Meeting
Reviewed:
11/06/2007
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